Belle Mead, NJ Home Safety: Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Belle Mead Water: The Quick Version
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.002 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 38% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 9.99.
Water Systems Serving Belle Mead
A single entry in the list below does not mean one utility serves all of Belle Mead, NJ: it means one system appears there, while federal records link 1 to the area. Service areas and ZIP codes do not line up exactly, so the utility named on a household's water bill is the one whose record applies to that home.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Belle Mead, New Jersey (population ~12,081), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 615,430 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
The available EPA record reports 0 violations for 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count.
Water Sources
Belle Mead water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08502 | — | Nj American Water - Raritan | 615,430 |
All ZIP Codes in Belle Mead
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
CDC Health Data for Belle Mead
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Belle Mead's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Check your utility's service line inventory as well as your home's build year; in Belle Mead, where the median build year is 1998, both pieces help.
Most homes in Belle Mead were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Belle Mead: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low tier for Belle Mead: remediation estimated at up to 1% of what homes are worth.
Estimated remediation costs in Belle Mead can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 58% above the New Jersey average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Belle Mead
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Belle Mead
Historical NFIP data for Belle Mead contains 87 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $33,236. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $500 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.
Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.
Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.
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