Fremantle vs Manly

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Fremantle vs Manly
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Fremantle, WA

9.3

Quality Score

Supplied by Water Corporation

Manly, NSW

9.5

Quality Score

Supplied by Sydney Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Fremantle scores 9.3/10 and Manly scores 9.5/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Fremantle, WA

Manly, NSW

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Fremantle

204 Higher

Manly

49.3 Lower

pH Level

Fremantle

7.64 Normal

Manly

7.8 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Fremantle

0.84 Lower

Manly

1.01 Higher

Chlorine (mg/L)

Fremantle

—

Manly

0.04

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Fremantle	Manly	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	174 Measured	—	mg/L CaCO3	No limit
Aluminium	0.008 Good	0.013 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Ammonia	—	0.177 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	157 Good	0.004 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	4 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	—	0.035 Good	mg/L	< 2
Dissolved Oxygen	—	107.2 Measured	% saturation	No limit
E. coli	—	0 Compliant	orgs/100 mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.84 Good	1.01 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	—	0.04 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	204 Exceeds	49.3 Good	mg/L CaCO3	< 200
Iron	0.017 Good	0.006 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Manganese	0.007 Good	0.0014 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Monochloramine	—	1.74 Good	mg/L	< 3
Ndma	—	0.0001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Nitrate	7.5 Good	—	mg/L	< 50
PFOA	—	0.0002 Good	µg/L	< 0.2
PFOS + PFHxS	—	0.0014 Good	µg/L	PFOS < 0.008, PFHxS < 0.03
pH	7.64 Normal	7.8 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	82 Good	—	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	14 Good	8.8 Good	mg/L	< 500
Temperature	—	19.5 Measured	degrees C	No limit
Total Dissolved Solids	576 Near limit	137 Good	mg/L	< 600
Trihalomethanes	0.053 Good	0.09 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.3 Good	0.13 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	—	0.009 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 Water Corporation and Sydney Water. 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.