Living in PA2: Liveability Score 66/100
Renfrewshire, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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PA2 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
28% 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. 3 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,573/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 178 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
PA2 covers 1,000 active postcodes in Renfrewshire, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is PA2 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for PA2 at this time.
What are the schools like in PA2?
Schools in PA2 score 68/100. 28% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in PA2?
Broadband in PA2 scores 87/100. 96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does PA2 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include PA1, PA3, G78. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for PA2?
PA2 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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