The fluoride status of Kempsey's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Fluoride is not added to the Kempsey and Lower Macleay supply. 2025-26 tap results average 0.07 mg/L of natural fluoride.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
7 November 2026: Corrected: Kempsey town is not fluoridated. Only South West Rocks is dosed in Kempsey Shire.
Law: Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Act 1957
Who decides: Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.
Coverage: about 93% of residents (2017). First fluoridated: Yass, 1956.
No. Fluoride is not added to Kempsey's water. Fluoride is not added to the Kempsey and Lower Macleay supply. 2025-26 tap results average 0.07 mg/L of natural fluoride.
Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.
Look up Kempsey Shire Council's annual drinking water quality report, which lists fluoride in mg/L by supply zone. You can also ask the utility for monthly readings.
No. Boiling leaves the fluoride behind and slightly concentrates it. Reverse osmosis, distillation and activated alumina filters remove fluoride. Read more.