Living in IV41: Liveability Score 33/100
Highland, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in IV41, 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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IV41 scores 33 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
50% 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.
8% gigabit coverage; 61% 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
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 39 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
IV41 covers 13 active postcodes in Highland, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is IV41 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for IV41 at this time.
What are the schools like in IV41?
Schools in IV41 score 31/100. 50% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in IV41?
Broadband in IV41 scores 8/100. 8% gigabit coverage; 61% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does IV41 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include IV40, IV42, IV52. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for IV41?
IV41 scores 33/100, 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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