Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Reading, PA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
12 ZIP codes · 96 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Reading, PA. We analyzed 12 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (64/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 12 | 100% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Reading ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19603 | 69 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 19609 | 69 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 19612 | 65 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 19601 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 19604 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 19607 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 19608 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 19610 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 9 | 19611 | 64 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 10 | 19602 | 59 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 11 | 19605 | 59 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 12 | 19606 | 59 | C | 8 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 12 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 0 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 96 total violations across Reading
- 12 health-based violations
- 12 of 12 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Contaminant 0700 | 48 | 12 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 12 | 12 |
| Radium-228 | 12 | 12 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 12 | 12 |
| Contaminant 0800 | 12 | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Reading?
ZIP code 19603 has the highest safety score in Reading at 69/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Reading water safe to drink?
Reading has an average water safety score of 64/100 (C). 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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