Fullerton Cove vs Salt Ash

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Fullerton Cove vs Salt Ash
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Fullerton Cove, NSW

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Hunter Water

Salt Ash, NSW

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Hunter Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Fullerton Cove scores 9.6/10 and Salt Ash scores 9.6/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Chlorine in Fullerton Cove is 1.29 mg/L — that's high. It's why your tap water smells like a pool.

Chlorine is added on purpose (kills bugs in the pipes), but by the time it reaches your tap it ruins everything you taste. Tea takes on a medicinal edge. Kids turn down water and drink juice or soft drink instead. The usual family fix is bottled water, but a simple carbon filter is the cleaner daily habit. Worse, many filter pitchers go in the fridge and get ignored because they're slow.

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Visual comparison

Fullerton Cove, NSW

Salt Ash, NSW

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Fullerton Cove

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Salt Ash

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pH Level

Fullerton Cove

7.51 Normal

Salt Ash

7.51 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Fullerton Cove

0.95 Same

Salt Ash

0.95 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Fullerton Cove

1.29 Same

Salt Ash

1.29 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Fullerton Cove	Salt Ash	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Aluminium	0.045 Good	0.045 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Colour	5 Good	5 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.006 Good	0.006 Good	mg/L	< 2
Fluoride	0.95 Good	0.95 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Iron	0.031 Good	0.031 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0 Good	0 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Manganese	0.003 Good	0.003 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Pfbs	0.002 Measured	0.002 Measured	µg/L	No limit
Pfhxs	0.002 Measured	0.002 Measured	µg/L	No limit
PFOA	0.002 Good	0.002 Good	µg/L	< 0.56
PFOS	0.002 Good	0.002 Good	µg/L	< 0.07
pH	7.51 Normal	7.51 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Total Chlorine	1.29 Good	1.29 Good	mg/L	< 5
Trihalomethanes	0.042 Good	0.042 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.2 Good	0.2 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.002 Measured	0.002 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 Hunter 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.