Living in KY3: Liveability Score 51/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KY3 scores 51 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 284 green spaces within 2km.
Services
0 Outstanding, 3 Good out of 3 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.
91% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.
typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 177 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY3 covers 350 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY3 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY3 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY3?
Schools in KY3 score 21/100. 0 Outstanding, 3 Good out of 3 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KY3?
Broadband in KY3 scores 67/100. 91% gigabit coverage; 97% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY3 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY2, KY1, EH95. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY3?
KY3 scores 51/100, 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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