Oak Valley vs Padthaway

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Oak Valley vs Padthaway
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Padthaway, SA

8.0

Quality Score

Supplied by SA Water

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Which suburb has better water?

Oak Valley has better water quality with a score of 9.8/10 compared to Padthaway's 8.0/10. Oak Valley has softer water (7 vs 602 mg/L).

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

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Visual comparison

Oak Valley, SA

Padthaway, SA

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Oak Valley

7 Lower

Padthaway

602 Higher

pH Level

Oak Valley

7.3 Normal

Padthaway

7.6 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Oak Valley

0.1 Same

Padthaway

0.1 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Oak Valley

—

Padthaway

0.9

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Oak Valley	Padthaway	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	12 Measured	381 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Aluminium	0.002 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	2.43 Measured	159 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	5 Good	662 Exceeds	mg/L	< 250
Colour	1 Good	1 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.4811 Good	0.032 Good	mg/L	< 2
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	MPN/100mL	< 0
Fluoride	0.1 Good	0.1 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	—	0.9 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	7 Good	602 Exceeds	PPM or mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.0043 Good	0.0128 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Lead	0.0025 Good	0.0007 Good	mg/L	< 0.01
Magnesium	0.29 Measured	49.7 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.0027 Good	0.001 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Nitrate	3.57 Good	0.57 Good	mg/L	< 50
pH	7.3 Normal	7.6 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sodium	3.3 Good	360 Exceeds	mg/L	< 180
Sulfate	1 Good	78.1 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Dissolved Solids	25 Good	—	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	0.13 Good	0.12 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.