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FK1 5QE
Falkirk Community Hospital, Major's Loan, Falkirk
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FK1 5QE is a lively urban district, Favoured by young individuals with mainly smaller homes and flats, a key transport hub with strong connections, and is among the most secure places to live. This postcode is with a great selection of retail options, where residents may need to travel for specialist care, and an area where employment rates fluctuate. Commuters particularly value its exceptional transport links.
Major's Loan, Falkirk
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
Falkirk

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about FK1 5QE?
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Where is FK1 5QE?
Approximate address:
Falkirk Community Hospital, Major's Loan, Falkirk
The postcode FK1 5QE is located in the Falkirk area, part of the Falkirk district, and classed as a Other Urban Area area.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (S01009155) and OA (S00107838) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
Falkirk
Coordinates
55.997774, -3.794540
Easting/Northing
288174, 0679767
Grid Ref
NS881797
Parliamentary Constituency
Falkirk
Local Authority
Falkirk
Population Density
km²
Coordinates
55.997774, -3.794540
Easting/Northing
288174, 0679767
Grid Ref
NS881797
Parliamentary Constituency
Falkirk
Local Authority
Falkirk
Population Density
km²
Area Codes
Output area: S00107838
OA Code
S00107838
LSOA Code
S01009155
MSOA Code
S02001716
Ward
S13002942
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
2 - Other Urban Area
OA Code
S00107838
LSOA Code
S01009155
MSOA Code
S02001716
Ward
S13002942
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
2 - Other Urban Area

Demographics
Who lives in the FK1 5QE neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 0, FK1 5QE 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, FK1 5QE 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
Scoring 5/10 in Credit Status, this postcode represents a middle ground, where credit ratings are average, balancing financial stability with moderate economic challenges.
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 FK1 5QE neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
With a Housing Affordability Score of 0/10, FK1 5QE 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 FK1 5QE 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 FK1 5QE postcode?
Transport Score
Transport access is outstanding in FK1 5QE, with frequent public transport services and plenty of parking, providing seamless connectivity for residents and commuters.
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 FK1 5QE 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 FK1 5QE 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 FK1 5QE 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 FK1 5QE, 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 FK1 5QE, 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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