Lorain, OH Home Safety by Neighborhood - Water Issues Recorded
3 ZIP codes · 12 EPA violations
Data source: ZipCheckup Home Safety Score registry; EPA SDWIS; EPA radon; EPA AirNow
ZipCheckup compares 3 ZIP codes across Lorain, OH. The area averages a grade B (81/100); 3 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Home-safety conditions vary across Lorain, OH. We compared 3 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 (81/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 3 | 100% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Lorain ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44052 | 82 | B | 2 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 2 | 44053 | 81 | B | 6 | 0.0025 mg/L |
| 3 | 44055 | 81 | B | 4 | No data |
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
- 12 total violations across Lorain
- 0 health-based violations
- 3 of 3 directly mapped ZIP records have violations
- 0 of 3 ZIP records with known lead status exceed the EPA action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 4 | 2 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 3 | 3 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 2 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 2 | 2 |
| Fecal Coliform | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Lorain?
ZIP code 44052 has the highest safety score in Lorain at 82/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Lorain water safe to drink?
The Home Safety Score is not a drinking-water grade. Across 3 directly mapped ZIP records, 12 EPA violations are recorded; 0 of 3 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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