Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Wakefield, RI Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
2 ZIP codes · 12 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water quality varies significantly across Wakefield, RI. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (60/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 0 | 0% |
| C | 1 | 50% |
| D | 1 | 50% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Wakefield ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02880 | 67 | C | 6 | 0.0038 mg/L |
| 2 | 02879 | 52 | D | 6 | 0.0038 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 12 total violations across Wakefield
- 6 health-based violations
- 2 of 2 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | 8 | 2 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 4 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Wakefield?
ZIP code 02880 has the highest safety score in Wakefield at 67/100 (grade C). Check the full report for details.
Is Wakefield water safe to drink?
Wakefield has an average water safety score of 60/100 (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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