Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Bandy Creek, WA?
Postcode 6450 · Supplied by Water Corporation · Current data · annual report
Yes, safe to drink
Tap water in Bandy Creek meets Australian Drinking Water Guidelines across all tested parameters. The water is safe to drink straight from the tap.
Compare with nearby suburbs: Beaumont , Boyatup , Cape Le Grand
ADWG compliance check
Each parameter tested against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
| Parameter | Value | Unit | ADWG Guideline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkalinity | 73 | mg/L CaCO3 | No limit | Measured |
| Aluminium | 0.009 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Chloride | 190 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Hardness | 104 | mg/L CaCO3 | < 200 | Good |
| Iron | 0.005 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Manganese | 0.002 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| pH | 8.54 | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 | Outside range |
| Sodium | 110 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Sulfate | 31 | mg/L | < 500 | Good |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 469 | mg/L | < 600 | Good |
| Colour | 1 | HU | < 15 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.1 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Fluoride | 0.82 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Nitrate | 0.4 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.032 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
Contaminant check
Parameters that exceed or approach ADWG limits
pH — 8.54 pH units
Exceeds ADWG guideline of 6.5 – 8.5 pH units.
What's in your water
Key parameters explained in plain English
Water Hardness
At 104 mg/L, Bandy Creek's water is classified as moderately hard. You may notice some limescale buildup in kettles and appliances. The ADWG aesthetic guideline is 200 mg/L.
pH Level
pH of 8.54 is outside the recommended range of 6.5–8.5. Water outside this range may taste metallic or cause pipe corrosion.
Fluoride
Fluoride measured at 0.82 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine (Disinfection)
Chlorine data is not currently available for Bandy Creek.
E. coli
E. coli data is not currently available for Bandy Creek.
About your water supply
- Water Utility
- Water Corporation
- Supply Zone
- Goldfields and Agricultural
Frequently asked questions
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Bandy Creek's water meets ADWG standards at the source, but old pipes, roof tanks, and ageing plumbing can add lead, copper or bacteria before the water reaches your tap. These won't show up in your utility report.
Check your own tap before buying a filter or assuming the suburb average matches your home.
Tetra
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Heavy Metals
Drinking Water Test Kit (Lead, Copper, Iron, Mercury)
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Recommended water filters for Bandy Creek
Based on Bandy Creek's water profile — matched to the parameters tested above
BRITA
Marella 2.4L Fridge Water Filter Jug (Maxtra+)
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A reliable marella 2.4l fridge water filter jug (maxtra+) suitable for Bandy Creek's water profile.
ZeroWater
2.8L 5-Stage Jug (PFAS + Fluoride + Lead, IAPMO Certified)
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A reliable 2.8l 5-stage jug (pfas + fluoride + lead, iapmo certified) suitable for Bandy Creek's water profile.
Purewell
8.5L Stainless Steel Gravity System
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A reliable 8.5l stainless steel gravity system suitable for Bandy Creek's water profile.
Important disclaimer: The safety assessment on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, health recommendations, or a guarantee of water safety. Our assessment is based on comparison against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) using data from Water Corporation (annual report). This data reflects conditions at the time of utility testing and may not reflect real-time water quality at your specific tap. Water quality can be affected by local plumbing, building age, seasonal variations, and other factors not captured in utility reports. If you have health concerns about your drinking water, please consult a qualified health professional or contact your local water utility directly. See our Terms of Use.