Tap Water Quality in Upper Scamander, TAS
Postcode 7215 · Supplied by TasWater via Scamander
Quality Score
About Upper Scamander
Upper Scamander is a suburb of 60 residents in Tasmania (postcode 7215). The median age is 55. It falls within the TasWater area. Neighbouring suburbs include Beaumaris, Chain Of Lagoons, Douglas River, Falmouth.
Most residents own outright (77%), while 23% own their home with a mortgage, while 0% rent. The median household income is $68,224 per year. The top countries of birth for residents are United Kingdom (60%).
Tap water in Upper Scamander is supplied by TasWater. The suburb receives water via the Scamander supply zone.
Water quality summary
Based on recent water quality reports, Upper Scamander achieves a WaterScore of 9.7 out of 10, rated excellent overall. Water hardness measures 23.333333 mg/L, classified as soft. This is gentle on appliances and skin, with minimal limescale buildup expected. The pH level is 7.243737, which is within the ADWG guideline range of 6.5–8.5. The water is fluoridated at 0.883333 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 0.911111 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 93.833333 mg/L, considered low against the ADWG guideline of 600 mg/L. Turbidity is 0.365051 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: Beaumaris , Chain Of Lagoons , Douglas River
Census Data
Suburb snapshot
Population
Median Age
Median Income
Owner-occupied
Recommended filters for Upper Scamander
Products matched to your water profile
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Comparison
How Upper Scamander compares
Compared to Tasmania and national averages
| Metric | Upper Scamander | TAS Avg | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 23.333333 mg/L | 34.8 mg/L | 85.1 mg/L |
| pH | 7.243737 | 7.4 | 8.4 |
| Fluoride | 0.883333 mg/L | 0.9 mg/L | 0.7 mg/L |
| Chlorine | 0.911111 mg/L | — | — |
| Turbidity | 0.365051 NTU | 0.3 NTU | 0.4 NTU |
| TDS | 93.833333 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 | 14.416667 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Aluminium | 0.01 | mg/L | < 0.2 | Good |
| Ammonia | 0.002 | 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 | 4.65 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Chloride | 30.5 | mg/L | < 250 | Good |
| Free Chlorine | 0.911111 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Total Chlorine | 1.170833 | mg/L | < 5 | Good |
| Chromium | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Colour | 2.25 | Pt-Co | < 15 | Good |
| Conductivity | 140 | uS/cm | No limit | Measured |
| Copper | 0.013125 | mg/L | < 2 | Good |
| Cyanide | 0.005 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| E. coli | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Fluoride | 0.883333 | mg/L | < 1.5 | Good |
| Hardness | 23.333333 | mg/L | < 200 | Good |
| Iron | 0.01375 | mg/L | < 0.3 | Good |
| Lead | 0.001 | mg/L | < 0.01 | Good |
| Magnesium | 3.275 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Manganese | 0.001875 | mg/L | < 0.1 | Good |
| Mercury | 0.0001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nickel | 0.001 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| Nitrate | 0.191417 | mg/L | < 50 | Good |
| Nitrite | 0.002 | mg/L | No limit | Measured |
| pH | 7.243737 | pH units | 6.5 – 8.5 | Normal |
| Sodium | 16 | mg/L | < 180 | Good |
| Sulfate | 3 | mg/L | < 500 | Good |
| Temperature | 15.135354 | degrees C | No limit | Measured |
| Total Coliforms | 0 | MPN/100ml | < 0 | Compliant |
| Total Dissolved Solids | 93.833333 | mg/L | < 600 | Good |
| Trihalomethanes | 0.02275 | mg/L | < 0.25 | Good |
| Turbidity | 0.365051 | NTU | < 5 | Good |
| Zinc | 0.007 | 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 (23.333333 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 7.243737 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 0.883333 mg/L. Within the recommended 0.6–1.1 mg/L range for dental health.
Chlorine
Disinfection
Chlorine measured at 0.911111 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 Upper Scamander measures 0.911111 mg/L, which is low. Filling a jug and letting it stand for 30 minutes will reduce any residual taste.
Soft Water Advantage
Upper Scamander's water is soft at 23.333333 mg/L. You can use less soap and detergent, as it lathers easily with softer water.
Fluoride in Your Water
Fluoride measures 0.883333 mg/L in Upper Scamander. 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
- Scamander
- Data Source
- TasWater — Scamander
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Utility reports average the grid — not your home
Upper Scamander'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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