Ruse vs Wattle Grove

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Ruse vs Wattle Grove
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Ruse, NSW

9.6

Quality Score

Supplied by Sydney Water

Wattle Grove, NSW

9.5

Quality Score

Supplied by Sydney Water

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Ruse scores 9.6/10 and Wattle Grove scores 9.5/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Ruse, NSW

Wattle Grove, NSW

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Ruse

34.9 Lower

Wattle Grove

50.7 Higher

pH Level

Ruse

7.6 Normal

Wattle Grove

7.9 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Ruse

1.05 Higher

Wattle Grove

1.01 Lower

Chlorine (mg/L)

Ruse

0.74 Higher

Wattle Grove

0.04 Lower

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Ruse	Wattle Grove	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Aluminium	0.034 Good	0.014 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Ammonia	0.235 Measured	0.354 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	0.004 Good	0.004 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	2 Good	4 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.007 Good	0.015 Good	mg/L	< 2
Dissolved Oxygen	99.4 Measured	105.1 Measured	% saturation	No limit
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	orgs/100 mL	< 0
Fluoride	1.05 Good	1.01 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.74 Good	0.04 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	34.9 Good	50.7 Good	mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.011 Good	0.007 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Manganese	0.0005 Good	0.0018 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Monochloramine	0.93 Good	1.74 Good	mg/L	< 3
Ndma	0.0001 Measured	0.0001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
PFOA	0.0001 Good	0.0002 Good	µg/L	< 0.2
PFOS + PFHxS	0.0007 Good	0.0014 Good	µg/L	PFOS < 0.008, PFHxS < 0.03
pH	7.6 Normal	7.9 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sulfate	2.5 Good	8.8 Good	mg/L	< 500
Temperature	20 Measured	19.3 Measured	degrees C	No limit
Total Dissolved Solids	126.3 Good	137 Good	mg/L	< 600
Trihalomethanes	0.05 Good	0.09 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.12 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.002 Measured	0.003 Measured	mg/L	No limit

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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 Sydney 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.