Living in FK1: Liveability Score 58/100
Falkirk, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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FK1 scores 58 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 263 green spaces within 2km.
Services
27% 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. 2 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
91% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £1,577/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 311 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
FK1 covers 878 active postcodes in Falkirk, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is FK1 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for FK1 at this time.
What are the schools like in FK1?
Schools in FK1 score 55/100. 27% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in FK1?
Broadband in FK1 scores 66/100. 91% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does FK1 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include FK2, FK5, FK3. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for FK1?
FK1 scores 58/100, 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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