Living in KY8: Liveability Score 52/100
Fife, Scotland
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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KY8 scores 52 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, 10 Good out of 12 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 and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 3/10, above-average deprivation.
typical EPC rating C. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 137 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
KY8 covers 989 active postcodes in Fife, Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
Is KY8 a safe area to live?
Crime data is not available for KY8 at this time.
What are the schools like in KY8?
Schools in KY8 score 42/100. 2 Outstanding, 10 Good out of 12 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in KY8?
Broadband in KY8 scores 83/100. 96% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does KY8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include KY7, KY1, KY9. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for KY8?
KY8 scores 52/100, 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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