Living in PA42: Liveability Score 36/100
Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
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PA42 scores 36 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 54 green spaces within 2km.
Services
100% 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; 74% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,626/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 24 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
PA42 covers 57 active postcodes in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is PA42 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for PA42 at this time.
What are the schools like in PA42?
Schools in PA42 score 16/100. 100% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in PA42?
Broadband in PA42 scores 9/100. 8% gigabit coverage; 74% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does PA42 compare to nearby areas?
PA42 can be compared to other UK postcode districts using the PostcodeScorer comparison tool.
What is the overall liveability score for PA42?
PA42 scores 36/100, 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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