Living in KW17: Liveability Score 32/100
Orkney Islands, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in KW17, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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KW17 scores 32 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
1 Outstanding, 4 Good out of 5 rated schools.
Based on NHS facility locations. This reflects access and proximity, as bulk quality ratings aren't published for Scotland or Wales. 0 GP surgeries serve the area.
42% gigabit coverage; 82% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £1,575/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 86 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KW17 covers 231 active postcodes in Orkney Islands, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KW17 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KW17 at this time.
What are the schools like in KW17?
Schools in KW17 score 7/100. 1 Outstanding, 4 Good out of 5 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KW17?
Broadband in KW17 scores 13/100. 42% gigabit coverage; 82% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KW17 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KW15. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KW17?
KW17 scores 32/100, 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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