Norwood, MA Radon Levels
Check local Norwood radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Norwood, MA Radon Facts
Positioned in Norfolk County within the Boston Metro area, Norwood shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L based on available testing data. This reading exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, indicating elevated radon risk for homes in the 02062 zip code area. The community's granite bedrock foundation and predominantly older housing stock with basements create conditions where radon mitigation systems may be necessary.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Norwood, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Norwood, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Norwood area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | norwood, MA | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Norwood, MA
Compare radon levels in Norwood with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood | 2.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Stoughton | 6.5 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Needham | 6.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Needham Heights | 7.6 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Roslindale | 7.7 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Norfolk | 7.9 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Milton | 7.9 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Foxboro | 8.7 mi | 7.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Norfolk County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Norfolk County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 17 cities in Norfolk County average 8.08 pCi/L across 25 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Norfolk County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.