Living in EH40: Liveability Score 42/100
East Lothian, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in EH40, 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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EH40 scores 42 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
0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 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.
76% gigabit coverage; 84% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £1,579/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 52 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
EH40 covers 68 active postcodes in East Lothian, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is EH40 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for EH40 at this time.
What are the schools like in EH40?
Schools in EH40 score 18/100. 0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in EH40?
Broadband in EH40 scores 29/100. 76% gigabit coverage; 84% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does EH40 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include EH39, EH42, EH41. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for EH40?
EH40 scores 42/100, 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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