Living in DG9: Liveability Score 47/100
Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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DG9 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, 8 Good out of 11 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.
80% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,455/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 140 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
DG9 covers 808 active postcodes in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is DG9 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for DG9 at this time.
What are the schools like in DG9?
Schools in DG9 score 20/100. 1 Outstanding, 8 Good out of 11 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in DG9?
Broadband in DG9 scores 50/100. 80% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does DG9 compare to nearby areas?
DG9 can be compared to other UK postcode districts using the PostcodeScorer comparison tool.
What is the overall liveability score for DG9?
DG9 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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