Neighborhood Report
Grade B
New Castle, DE Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
2 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across New Castle, DE. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (78/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 2 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in New Castle ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19721 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 19720 | 73 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in New Castle?
ZIP code 19721 has the highest safety score in New Castle at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is New Castle water safe to drink?
New Castle has an average water safety score of 78/100 (B). 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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