The whole
neighbourhood,
on one map.
Schools, crime, transport, GPs, flood risk, green space and supermarkets — every layer that matters, drawn from official UK government sources onto a single map.
10+ data layers,
one canvas.
Every layer can be toggled in one tap. No black-box scores.
Plus noise, air quality, house prices and broadband — explore them all on the map.
The whole picture,
not a fragment.
Three steps.
Zero sign-up.
Every figure on NestScope is drawn from official UK government and public data — the Department for Education, Ofsted, the UK Police API, the NHS, NaPTAN, Ordnance Survey and the Environment Agency. No estimates, no crowdsourcing.
All Crown Copyright / Open Government Licence v3.0 where applicable. NestScope UK is independent and not affiliated with the Crown.
Common area
questions.
How do I check if an area is a good place to live in the UK?
Enter any UK postcode into NestScope UK to see schools with Ofsted ratings, the local crime rate, GP surgeries, transport links, flood risk, green spaces and supermarkets on one map — everything you need to judge whether it is a good area to live before you buy or rent a house. It is free, with no login needed.
How do I check the crime rate for my area or a postcode?
Open the Crime layer and search a postcode to see street-level crime from the UK Police API — violent crime, burglary, antisocial behaviour and more — so you can see how safe an area is. Data covers all 43 forces in England and Wales, updated monthly.
How do I find good schools near a postcode?
The Schools layer shows every school near your postcode colour-coded by Ofsted rating, with GCSE results (Attainment 8, Progress 8) and phase filters — useful for finding the best schools and checking school catchment areas near you.
How do I check flood risk for my postcode?
Turn on the Flood layer to see Environment Agency flood-risk zones and live river levels for any UK postcode, so you can check whether a house is in a flood zone before buying.
How do I find GP surgeries and hospitals near me?
The Healthcare layer maps NHS GP surgeries and hospitals near any postcode with contact details, so you can check healthcare access in the area.
How do I check transport links for an area?
The Transport layer shows the nearest train, Underground, tram, ferry and bus stops to your postcode (263,000+ stops), so you can check public transport and commute options before moving.
Can I compare two areas before deciding where to live?
Yes — the Compare tool puts two UK postcodes side by side across schools, crime, healthcare, transport, green space and supermarkets within half a mile, so you can see which area is better for you.
Is NestScope UK free, and do I need to sign up?
Yes — NestScope UK is completely free and there is no paywall: every data layer is open without signing in. An optional Google sign-in only adds extras like saving the schools and postcodes you are tracking.