Winchendon, MA Radon Levels
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Winchendon, MA Radon Facts
Part of the Worcester Metro area, Winchendon in Worcester County has recorded an average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L, right at the EPA action threshold, indicating the need for continued monitoring. This north-central Massachusetts community sits atop granite and gneiss bedrock typical of New England, where crystalline geology creates elevated radon potential. Homeowners in zip code 01475 should maintain regular testing schedules and consider mitigation if readings trend upward.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Winchendon, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Winchendon, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Winchendon area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Winchendon, MA | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Winchendon, MA
Compare radon levels in Winchendon with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner | 7.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Athol | 10.8 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Hubbardston | 13.5 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Fitchburg | 14.2 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| New Salem | 17.4 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Princeton | 18.0 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Northfield | 20.5 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Rutland | 21.5 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
Worcester County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Worcester 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 28 cities in Worcester County average 9.12 pCi/L across 41 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 Worcester County.