Timber Creek vs Wadeye

Name: Water Quality Comparison: Timber Creek vs Wadeye
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Side-by-side tap water quality comparison

Timber Creek, NT

8.7

Quality Score

Supplied by Power and Water Corporation

Wadeye, NT

9.0

Quality Score

Supplied by Power and Water Corporation

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Which suburb has better water?

It's very close! Timber Creek scores 8.7/10 and Wadeye scores 9.0/10. Both suburbs have similar water quality based on ADWG compliance data.

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Visual comparison

Timber Creek, NT

Wadeye, NT

Key metrics comparison

Hardness (mg/L)

Timber Creek

455 Higher

Wadeye

0.05 Lower

pH Level

Timber Creek

7.1 Normal

Wadeye

—

Fluoride (mg/L)

Timber Creek

1.5

Wadeye

—

Chlorine (mg/L)

Timber Creek

1 Higher

Wadeye

0.005 Lower

Full water quality comparison

All parameters compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)

Parameter	Timber Creek	Wadeye	Unit	ADWG Guideline
Alkalinity	420 Measured	2 Measured	mg/L CaCO3	No limit
Aluminium	0.02 Good	0.02 Good	mg/L	< 0.2
Calcium	0.00047 Measured	0.0019 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Chloride	36 Good	6 Good	mg/L	< 250
Colour	2 Good	0.01 Good	HU	< 15
Conductivity	7.3 Measured	5.1 Measured	µS/cm	No limit
Copper	0.04 Good	0.8 Good	mg/L	< 2
Fluoride	1.5 Near limit	—	mg/L	< 1.5
Free Chlorine	1 Good	0.01 Good	mg/L	< 5
Hardness	455 Exceeds	0.05 Good	mg/L CaCO3	< 200
Iron	0.01 Good	0.014 Good	mg/L	< 0.3
Magnesium	21 Measured	13 Measured	mg/L	No limit
Manganese	0.005 Good	5.9 Exceeds	mg/L	< 0.1
pH	7.1 Normal	—	pH units	6.5 – 8.5
Sulfate	0.003 Good	0.011 Good	mg/L	< 500
Total Chlorine	1 Good	0.005 Good	mg/L	< 5
Total Dissolved Solids	31.7 Good	6.33 Good	mg/L	< 600
Turbidity	1 Good	1.2 Good	NTU	< 5
Zinc	0.022 Measured	0.009 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 Power and Water Corporation. 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.