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KA18 1DF
Ayrshire, Scotland
East AyrshireEast Ayrshire
KA18 1DF is a country village location, Favoured by young individuals with a high concentration of flats and starter homes, where travel is generally convenient, and is where security can be an issue. This postcode is where retail options are abundant and diverse, where access to healthcare facilities is more restricted, and noted for higher than average unemployment levels. With outstanding shopping facilities, it's a retail hotspot.
Ayrshire, Scotland
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
Kilmarnock

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about KA18 1DF?
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Where is KA18 1DF?
The postcode KA18 1DF is located in the East Ayrshire area, part of the East Ayrshire district, and classed as a Remote Small Town area.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (S01007918) and OA (S00099988) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
East Ayrshire
Coordinates
55.456487, -4.266284
Easting/Northing
256787, 0620406
Grid Ref
NS567204
Parliamentary Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Population Density
km²
Coordinates
55.456487, -4.266284
Easting/Northing
256787, 0620406
Grid Ref
NS567204
Parliamentary Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Population Density
km²
Area Codes
Output area: S00099988
OA Code
S00099988
LSOA Code
S01007918
MSOA Code
S02001484
Ward
S13002899
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
4 - Remote Small Town
OA Code
S00099988
LSOA Code
S01007918
MSOA Code
S02001484
Ward
S13002899
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
4 - Remote Small Town

Demographics
Who lives in the KA18 1DF neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 0, KA18 1DF 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, KA18 1DF 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 4/10 suggests that residents in KA18 1DF have somewhat limited access to credit, with financial difficulties affecting the overall economic landscape.
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 KA18 1DF neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
With a Housing Affordability Score of 0/10, KA18 1DF 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 KA18 1DF 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 KA18 1DF postcode?
Transport Score
Transport options are readily available in KA18 1DF, with frequent bus services, accessible parking, and convenient train stations, making travel relatively easy.
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 KA18 1DF 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 KA18 1DF 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 KA18 1DF 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 KA18 1DF, 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 KA18 1DF, 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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