Living in G42: Liveability Score 78/100
Glasgow City, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in G42, 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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G42 scores 78 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 911 green spaces within 2km.
Services
8 Outstanding, 32 Good out of 41 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 12 GP surgeries and 6 hospital facilities serve the area.
98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
typical EPC rating C. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 1,262 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
G42 covers 652 active postcodes in Glasgow City, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is G42 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for G42 at this time.
What are the schools like in G42?
Schools in G42 score 88/100. 8 Outstanding, 32 Good out of 41 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in G42?
Broadband in G42 scores 95/100. 98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does G42 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include G5, G41, G44. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for G42?
G42 scores 78/100, rated "Good", 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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