Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Greensboro, NC Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
29 ZIP codes · 1,073 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Greensboro, NC. We analyzed 29 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (90/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 27 | 93% |
| B | 2 | 7% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Greensboro ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27395 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 27411 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 27412 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 27413 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 27415 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 27416 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 7 | 27417 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 8 | 27419 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 9 | 27425 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 10 | 27427 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 11 | 27435 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 12 | 27438 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 13 | 27495 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 14 | 27497 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 15 | 27499 | 93 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 16 | 27402 | 90 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 17 | 27404 | 90 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 18 | 27409 | 90 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 19 | 27455 | 90 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 20 | 27498 | 90 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 21 | 27401 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 22 | 27403 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 23 | 27405 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 24 | 27406 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 25 | 27410 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 26 | 27420 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 27 | 27429 | 85 | A | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 28 | 27407 | 80 | B | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 29 | 27408 | 80 | B | 37 | 0.0020 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 20 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 9 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 1,073 total violations across Greensboro
- 58 health-based violations
- 29 of 29 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 232 | 29 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 203 | 29 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | 203 | 29 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 145 | 29 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 116 | 29 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Greensboro?
ZIP code 27395 has the highest safety score in Greensboro at 93/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Greensboro water safe to drink?
Greensboro 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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