Jabuk vs Moorlands

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Jabuk vs Moorlands
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Moorlands, SA

7.5

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Jabuk scores 7.5/10 and Moorlands scores 7.5/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Jabuk, SA

Moorlands, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Jabuk

575 Same

Moorlands

575 Same

pH Level

Jabuk

0.05 Outside range

Moorlands

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Jabuk

1 Same

Moorlands

1 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Jabuk

1.3 Same

Moorlands

1.3 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Jabuk	Moorlands	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	503 Measured	503 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.002 Good	0.002 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	100.4 Measured	100.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	488 Exceeds	488 Exceeds	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0402 Good	0.0402 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	1 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1.3 Good	1.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	575 Exceeds	575 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0083 Good	0.0083 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0009 Good	0.0009 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	78.8 Measured	78.8 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0001 Good	0.0001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.28 Good	0.28 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	333 Exceeds	333 Exceeds	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	122 Good	122 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1.3 Good	1.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.1 Good	NTU	< 5

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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 SA 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.