Living in DD2: Liveability Score 68/100

Dundee City, Scotland

Last updated 25 June 2026

OUT OF 100

Good

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DD2 scores 68 but individual postcodes tell the full story

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety

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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.

Environment

Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 514 green spaces within 2km.

Services

Schools

3 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 28 rated schools.

Healthcare

Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 3 GP surgeries and 11 hospital facilities serve the area.

Broadband

82% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health

IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.

Bills

Band D council tax £1,605/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.

Transport

Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.

Lifestyle

Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 659 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

DD2 covers 1,261 active postcodes in Dundee City, Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is DD2 a safe area to live?

Crime data is not available for DD2 at this time.

What are the schools like in DD2?

Schools in DD2 score 57/100. 3 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 28 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in DD2?

Broadband in DD2 scores 49/100. 82% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does DD2 compare to nearby areas?

Nearby districts include DD3, DD1, DD4. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.

What is the overall liveability score for DD2?

DD2 scores 68/100, rated "Good", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.