Norfolk, VA Neighborhood Water Quality - Grade A
24 ZIP codes · 24 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup compares 24 ZIP codes across Norfolk, VA. The area averages a grade A (89/100); 24 ZIP codes carry recorded EPA violations.
Water quality varies significantly across Norfolk, VA. We analyzed 24 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (89/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 15 | 63% |
| B | 9 | 38% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Norfolk ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23506 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 2 | 23511 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 3 | 23512 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 4 | 23519 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 5 | 23521 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 6 | 23529 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 7 | 23541 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 8 | 23551 | 99 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 9 | 23501 | 95 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 10 | 23514 | 95 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 11 | 23520 | 95 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 12 | 23517 | 90 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 13 | 23515 | 87 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 14 | 23513 | 85 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 15 | 23523 | 85 | A | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 16 | 23502 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 17 | 23504 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 18 | 23505 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 19 | 23507 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 20 | 23509 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 21 | 23510 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 22 | 23518 | 80 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 23 | 23503 | 75 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
| 24 | 23508 | 75 | B | 1 | 0.0040 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 12 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 11 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 24 total violations across Norfolk
- 0 health-based violations
- 24 of 24 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | 24 | 24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Norfolk?
ZIP code 23506 has the highest safety score in Norfolk at 99/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Norfolk water safe to drink?
Norfolk has an average water safety score of 89/100 (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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