Monbulla vs Penola

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Monbulla vs Penola
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Penola, SA

8.6

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Monbulla scores 8.5/10 and Penola scores 8.6/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Monbulla, SA

Penola, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Monbulla

372 Higher

Penola

320 Lower

pH Level

Monbulla

0.05 Outside range

Penola

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Monbulla

0.1 Lower

Penola

0.2 Higher

Chlorine (mg/L)

Monbulla

0.9 Same

Penola

0.9 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Monbulla	Penola	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	369 Measured	311 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.003 Good	0.003 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	128 Measured	94.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	141 Good	178 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0158 Good	0.0085 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.1 Good	0.2 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.9 Good	0.9 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	372 Exceeds	320 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0009 Good	0.0958 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0014 Good	0.0005 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	12.4 Measured	20.4 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0001 Good	0.0022 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	7.62 Good	0.03 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	0.05 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	µg/L	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	82.3 Good	113 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	24.8 Good	4.6 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Dissolved Solids	665 Exceeds	651 Exceeds	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.1 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.