Living in AB12: Liveability Score 57/100
Aberdeen City, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in AB12, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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AB12 scores 57 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is scored from the last 12 months of police street-level data. Police Scotland does not publish this, and there is no Scottish equivalent of the Police UK open data service, so crime has been left out of the score for this area. This is a gap in published data, not a sign of low crime.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
1 Outstanding, 18 Good out of 22 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 1 GP surgery and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
92% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,636/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 229 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
AB12 covers 788 active postcodes in Aberdeen City, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is AB12 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for AB12 at this time.
What are the schools like in AB12?
Schools in AB12 score 27/100. 1 Outstanding, 18 Good out of 22 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in AB12?
Broadband in AB12 scores 71/100. 92% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does AB12 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include AB99, AB10, AB11. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for AB12?
AB12 scores 57/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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