Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Durham, NC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
16 ZIP codes · 512 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Durham, NC. We analyzed 16 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (90/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 12 | 75% |
| B | 4 | 25% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Durham ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27702 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 2 | 27708 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 3 | 27709 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 4 | 27710 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 5 | 27711 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 6 | 27717 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 7 | 27722 | 95 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 8 | 27706 | 92 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 9 | 27715 | 92 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 10 | 27701 | 87 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 11 | 27703 | 87 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 12 | 27713 | 87 | A | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 13 | 27704 | 82 | B | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 14 | 27705 | 82 | B | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 15 | 27707 | 82 | B | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
| 16 | 27712 | 82 | B | 32 | 0.0056 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 9 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 7 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 512 total violations across Durham
- 32 health-based violations
- 16 of 16 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 176 | 16 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 112 | 16 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 64 | 16 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 48 | 16 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 48 | 16 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Durham?
ZIP code 27702 has the highest safety score in Durham at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Durham water safe to drink?
Durham has an average water safety score of 90/100 (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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