Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Newport News, VA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
10 ZIP codes · 20 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
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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