Jervois vs Monarto South

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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Monarto South, SA

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

Monarto South has better water quality with a score of 9.6/10 compared to Jervois's 8.9/10. Monarto South has softer water (83 vs 88 mg/L).

Based on ADWG compliance across all measured parameters. Both suburbs receive treated, safe drinking water.

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Recommended for this suburb

Chlorine in Monarto South is 1 mg/L — above the taste threshold. That pool smell in every glass is real.

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

Jervois, SA

Monarto South, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Jervois

88 Higher

Monarto South

83 Lower

pH Level

Jervois

8.8 Outside range

Monarto South

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Fluoride (mg/L)

Jervois

0.7 Higher

Monarto South

0.1 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Jervois

0.1 Lower

Monarto South

1 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Jervois	Monarto South	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	72 Measured	76 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.023 Good	0.014 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	17.5 Measured	15.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	84 Good	84 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0068 Good	0.0262 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.7 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.1 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	88 Good	83 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0024 Good	0.0016 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0002 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	10.62 Measured	10.55 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0013 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	1.64 Good	0.69 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	8.8 Outside range	—	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	63.4 Good	55.9 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	45.2 Good	16.5 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	3.2 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	299 Good	269 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.13 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.