Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Norfolk, VA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
24 ZIP codes · 24 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
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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