Newton Center, MA Radon Levels
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Newton Center, MA Radon Facts
This Boston Metro community in Middlesex County shows an average radon level of 4.5 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action threshold. Built on New England's glacial till and bedrock geology, homes in zip code 02459 — particularly those with basements typical of the region — should prioritize radon testing and mitigation when levels exceed 4.0 pCi/L.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Newton Center, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Newton Center, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Newton Center area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Newton Center, MA | 100+ Years | Full Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Newton Center, MA | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Newton Center, MA
Compare radon levels in Newton Center with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtonville | 1.8 mi | 3.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| West Newton | 2.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Needham Heights | 3.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Waltham | 4.4 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Roslindale | 4.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Wellesley Hills | 4.9 mi | 8.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Needham | 5.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Somerville | 5.6 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 4 |
Middlesex County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Middlesex County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 46 cities in Middlesex County average 7.28 pCi/L across 90 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Middlesex County.