kirkcaldy KY10 Postcodes

Kirkcaldy (KY10)

The KY10 postcode area is located in the Kirkcaldy postcode town region, within the county of Fife, and contains a total of 412 individual postcodes.

There are 17 electoral wards in the KY10 postcode area, including Anstruther, Burntisland, Cowdenbeath, Cupar, Dunfermline, Glenrothes, Inverkeithing, Kelty, Kinross, Kirkcaldy, Leven, Lochgelly, St Andrews which come under the local authority of the Fife Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in KY10 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of KY10 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The KY10 postcode is a postcode area, located in the Kirkcaldy district of Fife in Scotland. It covers the western part of the town of Kirkcaldy itself, as well as waterfront and rural areas, reaching from Dysart in the south to Cardenden in the north, and including the villages of Auchtertool, Pathhead, Thornton, Windygates, Pitteuchar, Kinglassie, Abbotshall and Kinghorn.

It is predominantly a residential area, and includes the town centre retail area, a great deal of mid-price housing, and two industrial parks. In terms of transport links, it is served by the A92 road, which travels from Glasgow to Edinburgh via Kirkcaldy, providing direct access to Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh City Centre and other major cities in the UK.

In terms of cultural attractions, the town centre is home to the Tennent's Brewery Visitor Centre, which provides a great insight into the history of beer-making in Scotland, as well as a number of independent shops and cafes. Kirkcaldy's beachfront area is one of Scotland's most popular seaside resorts, and offers plenty of activities such as swimming, sailing and fishing, as well as a great view of the Firth of Forth.

As a region of Fife, it is home to a number of arts venues such as the Adam Smith Theatre, music venues and galleries. The town centre is home to a number of popular annual events such as the Fife Jazz Festival and the East Neuk Festival, as well as a range of traditional shows and markets.

The nearby rural areas of KY10 offer plenty of walks and cycle routes through the countryside, as well as a number of high-standard golf courses. The historic town of Dysart is home to the oldest harbour town in Scotland, as well as a range of historical buildings and quiet streets. Further afield, the area is home to Linktown and Pathhead Nature Reserve, which offer a great opportunity for wildlife spotting.

TheKY10 postcode area of Kirkcaldy offers a variety of attractions and areas of interest for those who want to explore this often overlooked area of Scotland. Whether visiting for a weekend getaway or planning to settle in the area, there is plenty to explore and experience in the KY10 postcode.

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