Jervois vs Monteith

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Jervois vs Monteith
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Monteith, SA

8.9

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Jervois scores 8.9/10 and Monteith scores 8.9/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Chlorine in Monteith is 2.2 mg/L — that's high. It's why your tap water smells like a pool.

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Visual comparison

Jervois, SA

Monteith, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Jervois

88 Lower

Monteith

90 Higher

pH Level

Jervois

8.8 Outside range

Monteith

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Jervois

0.7 Lower

Monteith

0.8 Higher

Chlorine (mg/L)

Jervois

0.1 Lower

Monteith

2.2 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Jervois	Monteith	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	72 Measured	64 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.023 Good	0.023 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	17.5 Measured	17.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	84 Good	80 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0068 Good	0.0205 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.7 Good	0.8 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.1 Good	2.2 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	88 Good	90 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0024 Good	0.0051 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0002 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	10.62 Measured	11.2 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0013 Good	0.0023 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	1.64 Good	0.98 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	8.8 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	63.4 Good	59.1 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	45.2 Good	45 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	3.2 Good	2.3 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	299 Good	285 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.13 Good	0.11 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.