Living in AB39: Liveability Score 47/100
Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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AB39 scores 47 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, 5 Good out of 6 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 1 hospital facility serve the area.
78% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
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 83 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
AB39 covers 551 active postcodes in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is AB39 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for AB39 at this time.
What are the schools like in AB39?
Schools in AB39 score 19/100. 1 Outstanding, 5 Good out of 6 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in AB39?
Broadband in AB39 scores 46/100. 78% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does AB39 compare to nearby areas?
AB39 can be compared to other UK postcode districts using the PostcodeScorer comparison tool.
What is the overall liveability score for AB39?
AB39 scores 47/100, 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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