Tap Water Quality in Brittons Swamp, TAS
Postcode 7330 · Supplied by TasWater via Smithton
Quality Score
About Brittons Swamp
Brittons Swamp is a suburb of 36 residents in Tasmania (postcode 7330). The median age is 41. It falls within the TasWater area. Neighbouring suburbs include Alcomie, Arthur River, Broadmeadows, Christmas Hills.
Most residents own their home with a mortgage (27%), while 20% rent, while 0% own outright. The median household income is $97,500 per year. The top countries of birth for residents are South Africa (38%).
Tap water in Brittons Swamp is supplied by TasWater. The suburb receives water via the Smithton supply zone.
Water quality summary
Based on recent water quality reports, Brittons Swamp achieves a WaterScore of 9.5 out of 10, rated excellent overall. Water hardness measures 67.666667 mg/L, classified as moderately hard. This may cause light mineral deposits on fixtures over time. The pH level is 7.241299, which is within the ADWG guideline range of 6.5–8.5. The water is fluoridated at 0.926667 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 0.439394 mg/L — well within the ADWG guideline of 5 mg/L. Total dissolved solids (TDS) measure 170.555556 mg/L, considered low against the ADWG guideline of 600 mg/L. Turbidity is 0.409481 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: Alcomie , Arthur River , Broadmeadows
Census Data
Suburb snapshot
Population
Median Age
Median Income
Owner-occupied
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Comparison
How Brittons Swamp compares
Compared to Tasmania and national averages
| Metric | Brittons Swamp | TAS Avg | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 67.666667 mg/L | 34.8 mg/L | 85.1 mg/L |
| pH | 7.241299 | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Fluoride | 0.926667 mg/L | 0.9 mg/L | 0.7 mg/L |
| Chlorine | 0.439394 mg/L | — | — |
| Turbidity | 0.409481 NTU | 0.3 NTU | 0.4 NTU |
| TDS | 170.555556 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 | 24.722222 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Aluminium | 0.0275 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Ammonia | 0.002778 | 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 | 18.833333 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Chloride | 39.666667 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Free Chlorine | 0.439394 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Total Chlorine | 0.667222 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Chromium | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Colour | 2.388889 | Pt-Co | < 15 | Good |
| Conductivity | 283.333333 | uS/cm | No limit | Measured |
| Copper | 0.018 | mg/L | < 2 | Good |
| Cyanide | 0.005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| E. coli | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Fluoride | 0.926667 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Hardness | 67.666667 | mg/L | < 200 | Good |
| Iron | 0.013125 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Lead | 0.001375 | mg/L | < 0.01 | Good |
| Magnesium | 5.533333 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Manganese | 0.006 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| Mercury | 0.0001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nickel | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nitrate | 0.352222 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Nitrite | 0.002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| pH | 7.241299 | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 | Normal |
| Sodium | 24.333333 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Sulfate | 43.222222 | mg/L | < 500 | Good |
| Temperature | 14.305455 | degrees C | No limit | Measured |
| Total Coliforms | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 170.555556 | mg/L | < 600 | Good |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.098333 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.409481 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Zinc | 0.017 | 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
Moderately hard (67.666667 mg/L)
Water Hardness
Your water is moderately hard. You may notice light limescale deposits on kettle elements and taps over time. Soap lathers reasonably well, though slightly more product may be needed. Skin and hair are generally unaffected, and appliance lifespan should not be significantly reduced at this level.
Normal Range
pH Level
pH of 7.241299 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 0.926667 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine
Disinfection
Chlorine measured at 0.439394 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 Brittons Swamp measures 0.439394 mg/L, which is low. Filling a jug and letting it stand for 30 minutes will reduce any residual taste.
Soft Water Advantage
Brittons Swamp's water is moderately hard at 67.666667 mg/L. You can use less soap and detergent, as it lathers easily with softer water.
Fluoride in Your Water
Fluoride measures 0.926667 mg/L in Brittons Swamp. 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
- Smithton
- Data Source
- TasWater — Smithton
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Brittons Swamp'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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