Living in EH30: Liveability Score 53/100
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in EH30, 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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EH30 scores 53 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
40% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
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.
94% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £1,564/year, typical EPC rating B. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 112 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
EH30 covers 302 active postcodes in City of Edinburgh, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is EH30 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for EH30 at this time.
What are the schools like in EH30?
Schools in EH30 score 45/100. 40% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in EH30?
Broadband in EH30 scores 76/100. 94% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does EH30 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include EH29, EH28, KY11. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for EH30?
EH30 scores 53/100, 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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