UK area guide
What's Edinburgh like to live in?
A data-led snapshot of Edinburgh— scored on the things that matter when you're deciding where to live. Scores are an early preview and get sharper over time.
79
Edinburgh area score
Overall, across 4 measures
Amenities90
18 nearby · Shops, GP, pharmacy, food, transport
Schools67
4 nearby · 2 primary · 2 secondary
Air quality73
AQI 27 · NO₂ 3 · PM2.5 3 µg/m³
Climate85
2861 sun hrs · 873 mm rain (2025)
Find a Good Place scores any UK area on safety, schools, flood risk, air quality, amenities and more — weighted by what you care about. This is general information, not advice; always do your own research before deciding where to live.