Newport News, VA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade A
10 ZIP codes · 20 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 10 ZIP codes across Newport News, VA. The area averages a grade A (88/100); 10 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Newport News, VA. We analyzed 10 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (88/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 5 | 50% |
| B | 5 | 50% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Newport News ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23612 | 98 | A | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 2 | 23628 | 98 | A | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 3 | 23609 | 94 | A | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 4 | 23603 | 89 | A | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 5 | 23606 | 89 | A | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 6 | 23601 | 84 | B | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 7 | 23602 | 84 | B | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 8 | 23608 | 84 | B | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 9 | 23605 | 79 | B | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
| 10 | 23607 | 79 | B | 2 | 0.0005 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 5 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 5 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 20 total violations across Newport News
- 0 health-based violations
- 10 of 10 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 10 | 10 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 10 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Newport News?
ZIP code 23612 has the highest safety score in Newport News at 98/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Newport News water safe to drink?
Newport News has an average water safety score of 88/100 (A). 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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