Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Portsmouth, VA Neighborhood Water Quality — Clean Compliance
8 ZIP codes · 0 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Portsmouth, VA. We analyzed 8 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (88/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 4 | 50% |
| B | 4 | 50% |
| C | 0 | 0% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Portsmouth ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23705 | 99 | A | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 23708 | 99 | A | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 23709 | 99 | A | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 23702 | 85 | A | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 5 | 23701 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 6 | 23703 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 7 | 23704 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 8 | 23707 | 80 | B | 0 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 3 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 5 neighborhoods score worse than county average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Portsmouth?
ZIP code 23705 has the highest safety score in Portsmouth at 99/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Portsmouth water safe to drink?
Portsmouth 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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