Living in PA16: Liveability Score 59/100
Inverclyde, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
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PA16 scores 59 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
2 Outstanding, 15 Good out of 17 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 3 GP surgeries and 3 hospital facilities serve the area.
92% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,551/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 161 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
PA16 covers 781 active postcodes in Inverclyde, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is PA16 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for PA16 at this time.
What are the schools like in PA16?
Schools in PA16 score 53/100. 2 Outstanding, 15 Good out of 17 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in PA16?
Broadband in PA16 scores 72/100. 92% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does PA16 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include PA19, PA15, PA18. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for PA16?
PA16 scores 59/100, 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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