Monash vs Nullarbor

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Monash vs Nullarbor
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Nullarbor, SA

9.8

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Monash scores 9.7/10 and Nullarbor scores 9.8/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Recommended for this suburb

Chlorine in Monash is 0.9 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

Monash, SA

Nullarbor, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Monash

68 Higher

Nullarbor

7 Lower

pH Level

Monash

—

Nullarbor

7.3 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Monash

0.1 Same

Nullarbor

0.1 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Monash

0.9

Nullarbor

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Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Monash	Nullarbor	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	66 Measured	12 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.014 Good	0.002 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	12.7 Measured	2.43 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	62 Good	5 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.002 Good	0.4811 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.1 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.9 Good	—	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	68 Good	7 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0066 Good	0.0043 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0003 Good	0.0025 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	8.81 Measured	0.29 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.001 Good	0.0027 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	0.99 Good	3.57 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	—	7.3 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	40.7 Good	3.3 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	11.3 Good	1 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1 Good	—	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	205 Good	25 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.12 Good	0.13 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.