Living in FK9: Liveability Score 52/100
Stirling, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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FK9 scores 52 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 197 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 9 Good out of 11 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 and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
87% gigabit coverage; 96% 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
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 173 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
FK9 covers 409 active postcodes in Stirling, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is FK9 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for FK9 at this time.
What are the schools like in FK9?
Schools in FK9 score 40/100. 2 Outstanding, 9 Good out of 11 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in FK9?
Broadband in FK9 scores 57/100. 87% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does FK9 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include FK7, FK11, FK15. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for FK9?
FK9 scores 52/100, 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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