Living in IV1: Liveability Score 63/100
Highland, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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IV1 scores 63 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 302 green spaces within 2km.
Services
0 Outstanding, 14 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. 4 GP surgeries and 4 hospital facilities serve the area.
71% gigabit coverage; 92% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,527/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 411 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
IV1 covers 288 active postcodes in Highland, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is IV1 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for IV1 at this time.
What are the schools like in IV1?
Schools in IV1 score 55/100. 0 Outstanding, 14 Good out of 16 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in IV1?
Broadband in IV1 scores 34/100. 71% gigabit coverage; 92% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does IV1 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include IV99, IV3, IV2. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for IV1?
IV1 scores 63/100, 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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