Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Irvine, CA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
14 ZIP codes · 84 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Irvine, CA. We analyzed 14 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (93/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 14 | 100% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Irvine ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92602 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 2 | 92616 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 3 | 92618 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 4 | 92619 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 5 | 92623 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 6 | 92697 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 7 | 92710 | 96 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 8 | 92603 | 92 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 9 | 92606 | 92 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 10 | 92614 | 92 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 11 | 92617 | 92 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 12 | 92620 | 92 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 13 | 92604 | 87 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
| 14 | 92612 | 87 | A | 6 | 0.0011 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 12 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 84 total violations across Irvine
- 0 health-based violations
- 14 of 14 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 42 | 14 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 28 | 14 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 14 | 14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Irvine?
ZIP code 92602 has the highest safety score in Irvine at 96/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Irvine water safe to drink?
Irvine has an average water safety score of 93/100 (A). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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