Living in KY4: Liveability Score 51/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KY4 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 220 green spaces within 2km.
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. 1 GP surgery serve the area.
87% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
typical EPC rating C. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 120 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY4 covers 513 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY4 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY4 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY4?
Schools in KY4 score 42/100. 31% of rated schools are Outstanding, well above the national average.
How good is the broadband in KY4?
Broadband in KY4 scores 63/100. 87% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY4 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY5, KY11, KY99. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY4?
KY4 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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