Living in DD5: Liveability Score 57/100
Dundee City, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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DD5 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
2 Outstanding, 13 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 serve the area.
86% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £1,605/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 254 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
DD5 covers 980 active postcodes in Dundee City, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is DD5 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for DD5 at this time.
What are the schools like in DD5?
Schools in DD5 score 43/100. 2 Outstanding, 13 Good out of 15 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in DD5?
Broadband in DD5 scores 56/100. 86% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does DD5 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include DD4, DD6, DD1. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for DD5?
DD5 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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