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AB56 4NX
Portknockie Primary School, King Edward Terrace, Portknockie, Buckie, Banffshire
MorayMoray
AB56 4NX is a community with a mix of old and new, Attractive to those seeking a vibrant lifestyle with mainly smaller homes and flats, reasonably well-served by transport, and is where safety is a concern for some residents. This postcode is where shopping options are more limited, where residents may need to travel for specialist care, and an area where employment rates fluctuate.
King Edward Terrace, Portknockie, Buckie, Banffshire
Key Stats
Households
-Data not available for Scotland
Male: N/a, Female: N/a
Household Income
£-Data not available for Scotland
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)

Postcode Sector
Aberdeen

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about AB56 4NX?
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Where is AB56 4NX?
Approximate address:
Portknockie Primary School, King Edward Terrace, Portknockie, Buckie, Banffshire
The postcode AB56 4NX is located in the Moray area, part of the Moray district, and classed as a Remote Rural Area area.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (S01011071) and OA (S00121585) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
Moray
Coordinates
57.700768, -2.859953
Easting/Northing
348844, 0868209
Grid Ref
NJ488682
Parliamentary Constituency
Moray
Local Authority
Moray
Population Density
km²
Coordinates
57.700768, -2.859953
Easting/Northing
348844, 0868209
Grid Ref
NJ488682
Parliamentary Constituency
Moray
Local Authority
Moray
Population Density
km²
Area Codes
Output area: S00121585
OA Code
S00121585
LSOA Code
S01011071
MSOA Code
S02002077
Ward
S13003025
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
7 - Remote Rural Area
OA Code
S00121585
LSOA Code
S01011071
MSOA Code
S02002077
Ward
S13003025
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
7 - Remote Rural Area

Demographics
Who lives in the AB56 4NX neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 0, AB56 4NX has no residents in higher managerial or professional occupations, reflecting a community focused on other occupational sectors.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
With an Education Score of 0/10, AB56 4NX has no residents with higher educational qualifications, reflecting a community with lower levels of formal education.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
A Credit Status Score of 7/10 reflects a strong credit environment, where the community enjoys above-average credit ratings, underpinned by economic stability and low crime rates.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the AB56 4NX neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
With a Housing Affordability Score of 0/10, AB56 4NX is one of the least affordable, where high property prices far exceed the average household income, making homeownership challenging.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
This postcode presents moderate challenges for renters, where rental costs are still on the higher side relative to what the average household earns.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Investment returns in AB56 4NX are minimal, with low yields that may not justify the costs of property maintenance and ownership.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the AB56 4NX postcode?
Transport Score
Transport services are accessible but not plentiful, with some bus stops and limited parking available, though train access is further afield.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Households in AB56 4NX typically have no access to cars or vans, likely relying on public transport or being situated in an area where car ownership isn't necessary.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the AB56 4NX postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
The majority of residents in AB56 4NX have no formal qualifications, indicating very low educational attainment across the community.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Childcare options are extremely limited in AB56 4NX, with no nearby services available for families in need of childminders or preschools.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
There are no further education options in AB56 4NX, meaning residents have to travel far to access colleges, sixth forms, or universities.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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