Lead Paint Risk in Portsmouth, NH

68.9%Pre-1978 Housing

7,639Pre-1978 Units

11,094Total Housing Units

HighRisk Level

How Portsmouth Compares

Portsmouth

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New Hampshire

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National Average

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What This Means for Portsmouth Residents

Portsmouth has a high concentration of pre-1978 housing (68.9%). Most homes in this area predate the federal lead paint ban. If you live in an older home, a professional lead paint inspection is strongly recommended — especially if young children are present.

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