Tap Water Quality in Upper Mount Gravatt, QLD
Postcode 4122 · Supplied by Seqwater via Brisbane
Quality Score
About Upper Mount Gravatt
Upper Mount Gravatt is a suburb of 10,800 residents in Queensland (postcode 4122). The median age is 33. It falls within the Seqwater area. Neighbouring suburbs include Mount Gravatt East, Wishart, Mount Gravatt, Eight Mile Plains.
Most residents rent (44%), while 27% own their home with a mortgage, while 25% own outright. The median household income is $86,164 per year. The top countries of birth for residents are China (18%), India (10%), and New Zealand (8%).
Tap water in Upper Mount Gravatt is supplied by Seqwater. The suburb receives water via the Brisbane supply zone.
Water quality summary
Based on recent water quality reports, Upper Mount Gravatt achieves a WaterScore of 9.2 out of 10, rated excellent overall. Water hardness measures 114.8 mg/L, classified as moderately hard. This may cause light mineral deposits on fixtures over time. The water is fluoridated at 0.85 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 1.1 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. Turbidity is 0.3 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: Mount Gravatt East , Wishart , Mount Gravatt
Census Data
Suburb snapshot
Population
Median Age
Median Income
Owner-occupied
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Comparison
How Upper Mount Gravatt compares
Compared to Queensland and national averages
| Metric | Upper Mount Gravatt | QLD Avg | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 114.8 mg/L | 76.3 mg/L | 80.3 mg/L |
| pH | — | 6.2 | 7.8 |
| Fluoride | 0.85 mg/L | 0.8 mg/L | 0.7 mg/L |
| Chlorine | 1.1 mg/L | — | — |
| Turbidity | 0.3 NTU | 0.3 NTU | 0.4 NTU |
| TDS | — | — | 267.4 mg/L |
Full Results
Detailed water quality data
All values compared against Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG)
| Parameter | Value | Unit | ADWG Guideline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluoride | 0.85 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Free Chlorine | 1.1 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Monochloramine | 3 | mg/L | < 3 | Near limit |
| Total Chlorine | 3 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Chlorate | 0.032 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Arsenic | 0.0005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Cadmium | 0.0001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Chromium | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Copper | 0.001 | mg/L | < 2 | Good |
| Lead | 0.001 | mg/L | < 0.01 | Good |
| Manganese | 0.003 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| Nickel | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| E. coli | 0 | CFU/100mL | < 0 | Compliant |
| Nitrate | 0.027 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Nitrite | 0.002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.1125 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
| Chloride | 83.5 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Hardness | 114.8 | mg/L | < 200 | Good |
| Sodium | 43.5 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Aluminium | 0.053 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Iron | 0.01 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Zinc | 0.005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Colour | 1.6 | HU | < 15 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.3 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Calcium | 23.8 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Magnesium | 12.93 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Alkalinity | 92 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Conductivity | 497.2 | µS/cm | No limit | Measured |
| Temperature | 29.3 | °C | No limit | Measured |
| Ndma | 0.003 | µg/L | No limit | Measured |
Safety
Safety assessment
Based on 30 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 (114.8 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.
Data unavailable
pH Level
pH data is not currently available for Upper Mount Gravatt.
Fluoridated
Fluoride
Fluoride at 0.85 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine
Disinfection
Chlorine measured at 1.1 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
Reduce Chlorine Taste
Upper Mount Gravatt's chlorine level is 1.1 mg/L. An activated carbon jug filter or benchtop unit can noticeably reduce chlorine taste and odour from tap water.
Soft Water Advantage
Upper Mount Gravatt's water is moderately hard at 114.8 mg/L. You can use less soap and detergent, as it lathers easily with softer water.
Fluoride in Your Water
Fluoride measures 0.85 mg/L in Upper Mount Gravatt. 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
- Seqwater
- Supply Zone
- Brisbane
- Data Source
- Seqwater — Brisbane
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Upper Mount Gravatt'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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