Living in KA8: Liveability Score 60/100
South Ayrshire, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KA8 scores 60 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.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
31% 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.
90% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 3/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,569/year, typical EPC rating C. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 465 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KA8 covers 543 active postcodes in South Ayrshire, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KA8 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KA8 at this time.
What are the schools like in KA8?
Schools in KA8 score 57/100. 31% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in KA8?
Broadband in KA8 scores 72/100. 90% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KA8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KA9, KA7, KA10. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KA8?
KA8 scores 60/100, 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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