kirkcaldy KY8 Postcodes

Kirkcaldy (KY8)

The KY8 postcode area is located in the Kirkcaldy postcode town region, within the county of Fife, and contains a total of 1082 individual postcodes.

There are 35 electoral wards in the KY8 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 KY8 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 KY8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The KY8 postcode is located in the Kirkcaldy district, in Scotland's Fife region. It covers a wide area, from the town of Kelty and the villages of Kincardine, Kinglassie, and Lochgelly, to the towns of Cowdenbeath, Cardenden, and Benarty, all of which are local residential areas. It is also situated in close proximity to the Forth Estuary, making it a great place to live if you're looking for easy access to the coast.

Kirkcaldy is a popular tourist destination, known for its beachfront promenade, hosting the annual Transported by the Sea Festival, as well as having plenty of options for visitors to enjoy in the town centre. On top of that, there are a number of great local attractions, such as the Museum of Kirkcaldy, the Tayport Recreation Centre, the Tanshell Wildlife Park and the Wemyss Hill Nature Park.

There is easy access to the nearby city of Edinburgh from the KY8 postcode, as well as a short hop to the nearby city of Dundee via the M90. This means that there are plenty of employment and leisure opportunities for those living in the postcode area. In addition, the close proximity to Glasgow and St Andrews is ideal for those looking to commute.

The KY8 postcode is also home to a number of parks, reserves, and woodlands, such as Parsons Mill Nature Reserve and Kinglassie Park, offering plenty of areas to explore while enjoying the local landscape. It's also within close proximity to many sports facilities, such as modern gymnasiums, swimming pools, and athletics stadiums, as well as a number of golf clubs.

Educational facilities within the KY8 postcode are excellent, with plenty of schools available in the local area, including the High School of Dundee, as well as independent schools such as Balbirnie and Victoria Park. In addition, the nearby University of St Andrews provides excellent higher education options.

In terms of shopping, residents of the KY8 postcode have plenty to choose from, with a busy high street leading to a number of larger retail stores, as well as a range of smaller independent shops selling art, craft, and antiques. There are also plenty of places to eat and drink here, ranging from traditional pubs to contemporary restaurants.

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