Wellington Point Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)
Water Hardness
Source
mixed
pH Level
7.9
neutral = 7.0
Lead
0.002 mg/L
✓ Below action level
TDS
491.5 mg/L
Est. Daily Cost
A$0.66
energy & soap waste
Source: BOM National Performance Report & ADWG · Updated 2026
0–60
mg/L
Soft
61–120
mg/L
Moderately Hard
121–180
mg/L
Hard
180+
mg/L
Very Hard
Appliance Damage Report
In Wellington Point, your appliances are currently losing 28% efficiency due to mineral buildup.
| Appliance | In Wellington Point | Soft Water City | Efficiency Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kettle | 2.8 yrs | 8.5 yrs | -67% |
| Washing Machine | 5.9 yrs | 12 yrs | -51% |
| Water Heater | 7.3 yrs | 15 yrs | -51% |
Regional Water Comparison
How Wellington Point compares to its nearest neighbours
| City | Hardness | Risk | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Wellington Point, Queensland | 207.5 mg/L | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Birkdale, Queensland | 231 mg/L | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Cleveland, Queensland | 265 mg/L | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Alexandra Hills, Queensland | 266 mg/L | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
| Thornlands, Queensland | 211 mg/L | 🔴 Very Hard | mixed |
National Benchmark
How Wellington Point compares to the Australia average
| Benchmark | Hardness | Appliance Risk |
|---|---|---|
| ▶ Wellington Point | 207.5 mg/L | 🔴 High |
| Australia National Avg | 125 mg/L | 🟠 Moderate |
| Boronia Top Rated | 5 mg/L | 🟢 None |
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What Makes Wellington Point's Water Unique?
Local geology and source profile
Wellington Point's drinking water is supplied by Redland City Council Water, drawing from Seqwater bulk supply incorporating Hinze Dam, Lake Wivenhoe, and the Gold Coast Desalination Plant for the Redland City Council LGA bayside distribution in Queensland. Water hardness in Wellington Point is measured at 207.5 mg/L — classified as hard, exceeding the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) aesthetic guideline of 200 mg/L published by NHMRC. Wellington Point — one of Redland City's most popular bayside destinations, famous for the Wellington Point Reserve and low-tide causeway walk to the rocky point and lighthouse island in Moreton Bay, known for the Manly Road café and beach lifestyle, the family-friendly bayside foreshore, and the sought-after Redland City bayside residential community — carries hard supply consistent with the broader Redland City Council supply profile.
Wellington Point's hard supply reflects the Seqwater bulk supply blend incorporating River Murray and multiple dam contributions for the Redland City bayside distribution. The Redland City supply blend includes transfer from the South East Queensland Water Grid incorporating Lockyer Valley groundwater contributions, producing hard supply at 207.5 mg/L and TDS 491.5 mg/L. Wellington Point at 207.5 mg/L is somewhat softer than the harder Redland City sub-zones (Cleveland 265 mg/L, Alexandra Hills 266 mg/L, Birkdale 231 mg/L), reflecting the Seqwater blend variation within the Redland City distribution network.
Wellington Point residents face moderate-to-significant limescale build-up on taps and in kettles — descaling every four to six weeks is typical. Hot water systems benefit from regular inspection. Under Queensland water restrictions, outdoor watering is limited. The low lead reading (0.002 mg/L) is excellent. Redland City Council provides water quality information online, with all ADWG health standards consistently met. Wellington Point's iconic Moreton Bay foreshore community and the causeway recreation reserve benefit from supply meeting all ADWG safe drinking standards.
Geology & Source: Supplied by Redland City Council Water from Seqwater bulk supply incorporating Hinze Dam, Wivenhoe, and Gold Coast Desalination Plant — the Wellington Point Redland City bayside supply carries hard water at 207.5 mg/L with TDS of 491.5 mg/L, consistent with the Redland City Council hard supply profile (Cleveland 265 mg/L, Birkdale 231 mg/L), reflecting the blended Seqwater supply character of the Redland Bay bayside distribution.