Neighborhood Report
Grade B
New Bedford, MA Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
6 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across New Bedford, MA. We analyzed 6 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (81/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 6 | 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 | 02741 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 2 | 02742 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 3 | 02745 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 4 | 02746 | 83 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 5 | 02740 | 78 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
| 6 | 02744 | 78 | B | 0 | 0.0041 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 6 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in New Bedford?
ZIP code 02741 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?
New Bedford has an average water safety score of 81/100 (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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