Neighborhood Report
Grade B
New Castle, PA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
6 ZIP codes · 6 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across New Castle, PA. 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 Castle ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16102 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 2 | 16103 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 3 | 16107 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 4 | 16108 | 83 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 5 | 16105 | 78 | B | 1 | 0.0020 mg/L |
| 6 | 16101 | 73 | B | 1 | 0.0020 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
EPA Violations
- 6 total violations across New Castle
- 0 health-based violations
- 6 of 6 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 6 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in New Castle?
ZIP code 16102 has the highest safety score in New Castle at 83/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is New Castle water safe to drink?
New Castle 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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