Living in AB22: Liveability Score 64/100
Aberdeen City, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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AB22 scores 64 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.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 287 green spaces within 2km.
Services
1 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 15 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 6 hospital facilities serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 9/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £1,636/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 216 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
AB22 covers 327 active postcodes in Aberdeen City, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is AB22 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for AB22 at this time.
What are the schools like in AB22?
Schools in AB22 score 44/100. 1 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 15 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in AB22?
Broadband in AB22 scores 89/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does AB22 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include AB24, AB23, AB16. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for AB22?
AB22 scores 64/100, 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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