Glen Forrest vs Mahogany Creek
Side-by-side tap water quality comparison
Which suburb has better water?
Glen Forrest has better water quality with a score of 9.1/10 compared to Mahogany Creek's 8.5/10. Glen Forrest has softer water (77 vs 98 mg/L).
Based on ADWG compliance across all measured parameters. Both suburbs receive treated, safe drinking water.
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All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)
| Parameter | Glen Forrest | Mahogany Creek | Unit | ADWG Guideline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkalinity | 72 Measured | 67 Measured | mg/L CaCO3 | No limit |
| Aluminium | 0.01 Good | 0.019 Good | mg/L | < 0.2 |
| Chloride | 153 Good | 200 Good | mg/L | < 250 |
| Colour | 1 Good | 1 Good | HU | < 15 |
| Fluoride | 0.83 Good | 0.83 Good | mg/L | < 1.5 |
| Hardness | 77 Good | 98 Good | mg/L CaCO3 | < 200 |
| Iron | 0.02 Good | 0.006 Good | mg/L | < 0.3 |
| Manganese | 0.003 Good | 0.002 Good | mg/L | < 0.1 |
| Nitrate | 0.4 Good | 0.4 Good | mg/L | < 50 |
| pH | 8.24 Normal | 8.55 Outside range | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 |
| Sodium | 92 Good | 113 Good | mg/L | < 180 |
| Sulfate | 18 Good | 30 Good | mg/L | < 500 |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 388 Good | 470 Good | mg/L | < 600 |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.102 Good | 0.021 Good | mg/L | < 0.25 |
| Turbidity | 0.1 Good | 0.1 Good | NTU | < 5 |
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