Tap Water Quality in Branxholm, TAS
Postcode 7261 · Supplied by TasWater via Ringarooma
Quality Score
About Branxholm
Branxholm is a suburb of 236 residents in Tasmania (postcode 7261). The median age is 53. It falls within the TasWater area. Neighbouring suburbs include Warrentinna, Scottsdale, Blumont, Cuckoo.
Most residents own outright (49%), while 31% own their home with a mortgage, while 19% rent. The median household income is $43,836 per year. The top countries of birth for residents are United Kingdom (42%), Vietnam (13%), and New Zealand (13%).
Tap water in Branxholm is supplied by TasWater. The suburb receives water via the Ringarooma supply zone.
Water quality summary
Based on recent water quality reports, Branxholm achieves a WaterScore of 9.7 out of 10, rated excellent overall. Water hardness measures 13.166667 mg/L, classified as soft. This is gentle on appliances and skin, with minimal limescale buildup expected. The pH level is 7.369858, which is within the ADWG guideline range of 6.5–8.5. The water is fluoridated at 0.806667 mg/L, within the recommended range of 0.6–1.1 mg/L for dental health, well under the ADWG maximum of 1.5 mg/L. Chlorine, used for disinfection, measures 0.88446 mg/L — well within the ADWG guideline of 5 mg/L. Some residents may notice a slight taste, which can be reduced by refrigerating water or using a carbon filter. Total dissolved solids (TDS) measure 44.416667 mg/L, considered low against the ADWG guideline of 600 mg/L. Turbidity is 0.194602 NTU, indicating clear water, within the ADWG guideline of 5 NTU. E. coli was not detected in testing, meeting the ADWG standard for microbiological safety.
Compare with nearby suburbs: Warrentinna , Scottsdale , Blumont
Census Data
Suburb snapshot
Population
Median Age
Median Income
Owner-occupied
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Comparison
How Branxholm compares
Compared to Tasmania and national averages
| Metric | Branxholm | TAS Avg | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 13.166667 mg/L | 34.8 mg/L | 85.1 mg/L |
| pH | 7.369858 | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Fluoride | 0.806667 mg/L | 0.9 mg/L | 0.7 mg/L |
| Chlorine | 0.88446 mg/L | — | — |
| Turbidity | 0.194602 NTU | 0.3 NTU | 0.4 NTU |
| TDS | 44.416667 mg/L | 93.3 mg/L | 275.7 mg/L |
Full Results
Detailed water quality data
All values compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)
| Parameter | Value | Unit | ADWG Guideline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkalinity | 11.916667 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Aluminium | 0.021667 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Ammonia | 0.002833 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Antimony | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Arsenic | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Cadmium | 0.0002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Calcium | 4.283333 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Chloride | 10.5 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Free Chlorine | 0.88446 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Total Chlorine | 1.1425 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Chromium | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Colour | 2.25 | Pt-Co | < 15 | Good |
| Conductivity | 70.916667 | uS/cm | No limit | Measured |
| Copper | 0.004846 | mg/L | < 2 | Good |
| Cyanide | 0.005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| E. coli | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Fluoride | 0.806667 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Hardness | 13.166667 | mg/L | < 200 | Good |
| Iron | 0.01 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Lead | 0.001 | mg/L | < 0.01 | Good |
| Magnesium | 0.491667 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Manganese | 0.001 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| Mercury | 0.0001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nickel | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nitrate | 0.206667 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Nitrite | 0.002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| pH | 7.369858 | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 | Normal |
| Sodium | 7.066667 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Sulfate | 1 | mg/L | < 500 | Good |
| Temperature | 13.681534 | degrees C | No limit | Measured |
| Total Coliforms | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 44.416667 | mg/L | < 600 | Good |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.05375 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.194602 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Zinc | 0.010192 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
Safety
Safety assessment
Based on 35 parameters tested, all results fall within Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. E. coli was not detected, meeting the ADWG standard for microbiological safety.
Based on comparison with Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)
Explained
What these numbers mean
Soft (13.166667 mg/L)
Water Hardness
Your water is classified as soft, which means minimal limescale buildup on fixtures and appliances. Soap and shampoo will lather easily, and you should notice no drying effects on skin or hair. Hot water systems and kettles are unlikely to suffer scale-related efficiency losses.
Normal Range
pH Level
pH of 7.369858 is within the ideal range of 6.5–8.5. The ADWG recommends pH between 6.5 and 8.5 for drinking water.
Fluoridated
Fluoride
Fluoride at 0.806667 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine
Disinfection
Chlorine measured at 0.88446 mg/L, well within the ADWG guideline of 5 mg/L. Used for disinfection to keep water safe. May affect taste slightly — refrigerating water or using a carbon filter can help.
Learn more about these measurements in our water quality glossary — including Hardness , pH , Fluoride , and ADWG guidelines .
Advice
Practical tips for residents
Chlorine Levels Are Low
Chlorine in Branxholm measures 0.88446 mg/L, which is low. Filling a jug and letting it stand for 30 minutes will reduce any residual taste.
Soft Water Advantage
Branxholm's water is soft at 13.166667 mg/L. You can use less soap and detergent, as it lathers easily with softer water.
Fluoride in Your Water
Fluoride measures 0.806667 mg/L in Branxholm. Australian guidelines allow up to 1.5 mg/L. This is added by utilities to support dental health in the community.
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Supplier
Water utility
- Utility
- TasWater
- Supply Zone
- Ringarooma
- Data Source
- TasWater — Ringarooma
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Branxholm'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.
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