Tap Water Quality in Lower Turners Marsh, TAS
Postcode 7267 · Supplied by TasWater via North Esk Launceston
Quality Score
About Lower Turners Marsh
Lower Turners Marsh is a suburb of 28 residents in Tasmania (postcode 7267). The median age is 48. It falls within the TasWater area. Neighbouring suburbs include Bangor, Karoola, Lalla, Turners Marsh.
Most residents own outright (36%), while 21% own their home with a mortgage, while 0% rent. The median household income is $94,224 per year.
Tap water in Lower Turners Marsh is supplied by TasWater. The suburb receives water via the North Esk Launceston supply zone.
Water quality summary
Based on recent water quality reports, Lower Turners Marsh achieves a WaterScore of 9.7 out of 10, rated excellent overall. Water hardness measures 26.24 mg/L, classified as soft. This is gentle on appliances and skin, with minimal limescale buildup expected. The pH level is 7.284564, which is within the ADWG guideline range of 6.5–8.5. The water is fluoridated at 0.943333 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 0.768985 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 63.68 mg/L, considered low against the ADWG guideline of 600 mg/L. Turbidity is 0.309666 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.
Census Data
Suburb snapshot
Population
Median Age
Median Income
Owner-occupied
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Comparison
How Lower Turners Marsh compares
Compared to Tasmania and national averages
| Metric | Lower Turners Marsh | TAS Avg | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 26.24 mg/L | 34.8 mg/L | 85.1 mg/L |
| pH | 7.284564 | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Fluoride | 0.943333 mg/L | 0.9 mg/L | 0.7 mg/L |
| Chlorine | 0.768985 mg/L | — | — |
| Turbidity | 0.309666 NTU | 0.3 NTU | 0.4 NTU |
| TDS | 63.68 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 | 12.428571 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Aluminium | 0.018125 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Ammonia | 0.002071 | 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 | 7.5375 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Chloride | 11.818182 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Free Chlorine | 0.768985 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Total Chlorine | 0.904615 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Chromium | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Colour | 2.142857 | Pt-Co | < 15 | Good |
| Conductivity | 97.37037 | uS/cm | No limit | Measured |
| Copper | 0.007375 | mg/L | < 2 | Good |
| Cyanide | 0.005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| E. coli | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Fluoride | 0.943333 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Hardness | 26.24 | mg/L | < 200 | Good |
| Iron | 0.010625 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Lead | 0.001 | mg/L | < 0.01 | Good |
| Magnesium | 1.9375 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Manganese | 0.001687 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| Mercury | 0.0001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nickel | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nitrate | 0.160536 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Nitrite | 0.002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| pH | 7.284564 | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 | Normal |
| Sodium | 6.0625 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Sulfate | 12.392857 | mg/L | < 500 | Good |
| Temperature | 14.575881 | degrees C | No limit | Measured |
| Total Coliforms | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 63.68 | mg/L | < 600 | Good |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.023778 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.309666 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Zinc | 0.003125 | 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 (26.24 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 7.284564 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 0.943333 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine
Disinfection
Chlorine measured at 0.768985 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 Lower Turners Marsh measures 0.768985 mg/L, which is low. Filling a jug and letting it stand for 30 minutes will reduce any residual taste.
Soft Water Advantage
Lower Turners Marsh's water is soft at 26.24 mg/L. You can use less soap and detergent, as it lathers easily with softer water.
Fluoride in Your Water
Fluoride measures 0.943333 mg/L in Lower Turners Marsh. 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
- North Esk Launceston
- Data Source
- TasWater — North Esk Launceston
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Lower Turners Marsh'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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