Living in AB21: Liveability Score 46/100
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in AB21, 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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AB21 scores 46 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, 11 Good out of 18 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.
75% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,533/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 72 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
AB21 covers 821 active postcodes in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is AB21 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for AB21 at this time.
What are the schools like in AB21?
Schools in AB21 score 15/100. 1 Outstanding, 11 Good out of 18 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in AB21?
Broadband in AB21 scores 44/100. 75% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does AB21 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include AB22, AB16, AB23. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for AB21?
AB21 scores 46/100, rated "Below Avg", 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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