Cresswell Downs vs Phillip Creek Station

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Cresswell Downs vs Phillip Creek Station
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Cresswell Downs, NT

8.7

Quality Score

Supplied by Power and Water Corporation

Phillip Creek Station, NT

8.7

Quality Score

Supplied by Power and Water Corporation

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Cresswell Downs scores 8.7/10 and Phillip Creek Station scores 8.7/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Cresswell Downs, NT

Phillip Creek Station, NT

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Cresswell Downs

453 Same

Phillip Creek Station

453 Same

pH Level

Cresswell Downs

7.8 Normal

Phillip Creek Station

7.8 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Cresswell Downs

0.78 Same

Phillip Creek Station

0.78 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Cresswell Downs

1 Same

Phillip Creek Station

1 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Cresswell Downs	Phillip Creek Station	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	450 Measured	450 Measured	mg/L CaCO3	No limit
Aluminium	0.02 Good	0.02 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	0.00025 Measured	0.00025 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	162 Good	162 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	2 Good	2 Good	HU	< 15
Conductivity	7.7 Measured	7.7 Measured	µS/cm	No limit
Copper	0.02 Good	0.02 Good	mg/L	< 2
Fluoride	0.78 Good	0.78 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	453 Exceeds	453 Exceeds	mg/L CaCO3	< 200
Iron	0.01 Good	0.01 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Magnesium	51 Measured	51 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.005 Good	0.005 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
pH	7.8 Normal	7.8 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sulfate	0.003 Good	0.003 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	142 Good	142 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	1.2 Good	1.2 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.29 Measured	0.29 Measured	mg/L	No limit

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Disclaimer: This comparison is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or professional guidance. Data is sourced from Power and Water Corporation. Values shown are based on the most recent published water quality reports and may not reflect real-time conditions at your tap. Water quality can vary due to local plumbing, seasonal changes, and other factors. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility. See our Terms of Use.