Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Newark, DE Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
11 ZIP codes · 55 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Newark, DE. We analyzed 11 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 | 11 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Newark ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19712 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 19714 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 19715 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 19716 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 19717 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 19718 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 19725 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 19726 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 19702 | 71 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 19711 | 71 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 19713 | 71 | B | 5 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 8 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 3 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 55 total violations across Newark
- 0 health-based violations
- 11 of 11 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 44 | 11 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 11 | 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Newark?
ZIP code 19712 has the highest safety score in Newark at 81/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Newark water safe to drink?
Newark 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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