Nectar Brook vs Wilmington

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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Wilmington, SA

8.9

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Nectar Brook scores 9.0/10 and Wilmington scores 8.9/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Chlorine in Wilmington is 2.1 mg/L — that's high. It's why your tap water smells like a pool.

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Visual comparison

Nectar Brook, SA

Wilmington, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Nectar Brook

77 Lower

Wilmington

120 Higher

pH Level

Nectar Brook

8.7 Outside range

Wilmington

0.05 Outside range

Fluoride (mg/L)

Nectar Brook

0.52 Higher

Wilmington

0.1 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Nectar Brook

0.1 Lower

Wilmington

2.1 Higher

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Nectar Brook	Wilmington	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	64 Measured	88 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.019 Good	0.002 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	15.3 Measured	19.2 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	75 Good	105 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.0067 Good	0.1946 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	cfu/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.52 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.1 Good	2.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	77 Good	120 Good	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0098 Good	0.0727 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0002 Good	0.0015 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	9.49 Measured	17.5 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0061 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	1.089 Good	1.12 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	8.7 Outside range	0.05 Outside range	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	60.4 Good	53.7 Good	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	47.8 Good	19 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	2.8 Good	2.1 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	275 Good	331 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.38 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.