Neighborhood Report
Grade D
Newburgh, NY Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade D
4 ZIP codes · 64 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Newburgh, NY. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade D (53/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 2 | 50% |
| D | 2 | 50% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Newburgh ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12551 | 56 | C | 16 | 0.0015 mg/L |
| 2 | 12552 | 56 | C | 16 | 0.0015 mg/L |
| 3 | 12555 | 52 | D | 16 | 0.0015 mg/L |
| 4 | 12550 | 46 | D | 16 | 0.0015 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 64 total violations across Newburgh
- 0 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 12 | 4 |
| Chlorite | 8 | 4 |
| Contaminant 1019 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 4 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Newburgh?
ZIP code 12551 has the highest safety score in Newburgh at 56/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Newburgh water safe to drink?
Newburgh has an average water safety score of 53/100 (D). 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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