Living in KY2: Liveability Score 63/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KY2 scores 63 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
2 Outstanding, 11 Good out of 13 rated schools.
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 4 hospital facilities serve the area.
93% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
typical EPC rating C. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 257 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY2 covers 630 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY2 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY2 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY2?
Schools in KY2 score 51/100. 2 Outstanding, 11 Good out of 13 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KY2?
Broadband in KY2 scores 77/100. 93% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY2 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY1, KY5, KY3. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY2?
KY2 scores 63/100, 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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