Living in EH21: Liveability Score 62/100
East Lothian, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in EH21, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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EH21 scores 62 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 613 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 16 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.
87% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,579/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 599 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
EH21 covers 767 active postcodes in East Lothian, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is EH21 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for EH21 at this time.
What are the schools like in EH21?
Schools in EH21 score 49/100. 2 Outstanding, 12 Good out of 16 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in EH21?
Broadband in EH21 scores 64/100. 87% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does EH21 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include EH15, EH22, EH33. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for EH21?
EH21 scores 62/100, 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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