New Bedford, MA Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
6 ZIP codes · 8 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 6 ZIP codes across New Bedford, MA. The area averages a grade B (83/100); 2 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across New Bedford, MA. We compared 6 ZIP codes using the current versioned Home Safety Score. Water compliance remains one component alongside PFAS screening, radon, and annual air quality.
City Overview: Grade B (83/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 3 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in New Bedford ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02740 | 83 | B | 4 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 2 | 02744 | 83 | B | 4 | 0.0070 mg/L |
| 3 | 02745 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 4 | 02741 | — | — | — | No data |
| 5 | 02742 | — | — | — | No data |
| 6 | 02746 | — | — | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 8 total violations across New Bedford
- 6 health-based violations
- 2 of 4 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 4 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 6 | 2 |
| Contaminant 3002 | 2 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in New Bedford?
ZIP code 02740 has the highest safety score in New Bedford at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is New Bedford water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 4 directly mapped ZIP records, 8 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 4 records with known lead status exceed the action level. Check the specific ZIP and serving system before drawing a property-level conclusion.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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