Living in KY7: Liveability Score 57/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KY7 scores 57 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 359 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 20 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 1 hospital facility serve the area.
86% 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
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 292 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY7 covers 846 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY7 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY7 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY7?
Schools in KY7 score 53/100. 2 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 20 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KY7?
Broadband in KY7 scores 62/100. 86% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY7 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY6, KY1, KY2. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY7?
KY7 scores 57/100, 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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