Living in FK17: Liveability Score 39/100
Stirling, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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FK17 scores 39 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 53 green spaces within 2km.
Services
0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.
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.
36% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,612/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 81 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
FK17 covers 131 active postcodes in Stirling, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is FK17 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for FK17 at this time.
What are the schools like in FK17?
Schools in FK17 score 14/100. 0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in FK17?
Broadband in FK17 scores 19/100. 36% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does FK17 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include FK16, FK18. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for FK17?
FK17 scores 39/100, 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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