Blue Bell, PA: High Radon Risk — 43/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
The latest EPA cycle for Blue Bell shows a low safety grade within PA — compliance gaps have persisted over multiple reporting periods, and the city currently holds a low grade in available EPA data.
How Blue Bell Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Systems Serving Blue Bell
In Blue Bell, PA, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 4 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania (population ~20,068), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 1,003,981 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Blue Bell — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Blue Bell: D (43/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Blue Bell water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Blue Bell
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19422 | D | PA AMERICAN NORRISTOWN | 88,885 |
| 19424 | D | AMBLER BORO WATER DEPT | 20,000 |
All ZIP Codes in Blue Bell
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
Updated daily.
Blue Bell: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Property equity in Blue Bell runs well ahead of estimated remediation costs — a cost-to-value ratio that sits in the low tier, meaning documented water and safety issues here are the kind homeowners can plan to address without treating the expense as a significant budget event relative to what their homes are worth.
Remediation costs in Blue Bell are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,550–$3,200 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 168% above the Pennsylvania average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Blue Bell
Flood exposure in Blue Bell is meaningful by NFIP measures — 24 claims on record and 50% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Blue Bell has a moderate flood history with 24 FEMA claims averaging $7,711 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,350</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Blue Bell
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Blue Bell, PA