Living in DD8: Liveability Score 49/100
Angus, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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DD8 scores 49 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 250 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 10 Good out of 12 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.
58% gigabit coverage; 77% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,462/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 198 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
DD8 covers 1,217 active postcodes in Angus, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is DD8 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for DD8 at this time.
What are the schools like in DD8?
Schools in DD8 score 28/100. 2 Outstanding, 10 Good out of 12 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in DD8?
Broadband in DD8 scores 17/100. 58% gigabit coverage; 77% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does DD8 compare to nearby areas?
DD8 can be compared to other UK postcode districts using the PostcodeScorer comparison tool.
What is the overall liveability score for DD8?
DD8 scores 49/100, 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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