Sawtell vs Toormina

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Sawtell vs Toormina
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Sawtell, NSW

9.5

Quality Score

Supplied by Coffs Harbour Council

Toormina, NSW

9.5

Quality Score

Supplied by Coffs Harbour Council

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Sawtell scores 9.5/10 and Toormina scores 9.5/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Sawtell, NSW

Toormina, NSW

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Sawtell

51.8 Same

Toormina

51.8 Same

pH Level

Sawtell

7.9 Normal

Toormina

7.9 Normal

Fluoride (mg/L)

Sawtell

1.01 Same

Toormina

1.01 Same

Chlorine (mg/L)

Sawtell

0.04 Same

Toormina

0.04 Same

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Sawtell	Toormina	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Aluminium	0.014 Good	0.014 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Ammonia	0.3 Measured	0.3 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	0.004 Good	0.004 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	4 Good	4 Good	HU	< 15
Copper	0.014 Good	0.014 Good	mg/L	< 2
Dissolved Oxygen	108.5 Measured	108.5 Measured	% saturation	No limit
E. coli	0 Compliant	0 Compliant	orgs/100 mL	< 0
Fluoride	1.01 Good	1.01 Good	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	0.04 Good	0.04 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	51.8 Good	51.8 Good	mg/L	< 200
Iron	0.008 Good	0.008 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Manganese	0.0021 Good	0.0021 Good	mg/L	< 0.1
Monochloramine	1.74 Good	1.74 Good	mg/L	< 3
Ndma	0.0001 Measured	0.0001 Measured	mg/L	No limit
PFOA	0.0002 Good	0.0002 Good	µg/L	< 0.56
Pfos Pfhxs	0.0014 Measured	0.0014 Measured	µg/L	No limit
pH	7.9 Normal	7.9 Normal	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sulfate	8.8 Good	8.8 Good	mg/L	< 500
Temperature	19.5 Measured	19.5 Measured	degrees C	No limit
Total Dissolved Solids	137 Good	137 Good	mg/L	< 600
Trihalomethanes	0.09 Good	0.09 Good	mg/L	< 0.25
Turbidity	0.1 Good	0.1 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.002 Measured	0.002 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 Coffs Harbour Council. 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.