Neighborhood Report
Grade A
Richmond, VA Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade A
39 ZIP codes · 195 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Richmond, VA. We analyzed 39 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade A (88/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 30 | 77% |
| B | 5 | 13% |
| C | 4 | 10% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Richmond ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23232 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 2 | 23241 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 3 | 23249 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 4 | 23250 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 5 | 23269 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 6 | 23274 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 7 | 23276 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 8 | 23278 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 9 | 23279 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 10 | 23282 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 11 | 23284 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 12 | 23285 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 13 | 23289 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 14 | 23290 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 15 | 23291 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 16 | 23292 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 17 | 23293 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 18 | 23295 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 19 | 23298 | 95 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 20 | 23220 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 21 | 23221 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 22 | 23261 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 23 | 23286 | 91 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 24 | 23218 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 25 | 23222 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 26 | 23227 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 27 | 23230 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 28 | 23234 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 29 | 23235 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 30 | 23260 | 86 | A | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 31 | 23219 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 32 | 23223 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 33 | 23224 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 34 | 23225 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 35 | 23226 | 81 | B | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 36 | 23240 | 66 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 37 | 23297 | 62 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 38 | 23236 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
| 39 | 23237 | 61 | C | 5 | 0.0036 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 27 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 12 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 195 total violations across Richmond
- 0 health-based violations
- 39 of 39 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | 117 | 39 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | 78 | 39 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Richmond?
ZIP code 23232 has the highest safety score in Richmond at 95/100 (grade A). Check the full report for details.
Is Richmond water safe to drink?
Richmond 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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