Living in ML3: Liveability Score 66/100
South Lanarkshire, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in ML3, 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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ML3 scores 66 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
1 Outstanding, 26 Good out of 27 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 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
93% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,379/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 197 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
ML3 covers 1,317 active postcodes in South Lanarkshire, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is ML3 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for ML3 at this time.
What are the schools like in ML3?
Schools in ML3 score 70/100. 1 Outstanding, 26 Good out of 27 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in ML3?
Broadband in ML3 scores 79/100. 93% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does ML3 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include ML4, ML1, G71. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for ML3?
ML3 scores 66/100, 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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