House Prices in Edinburgh
£310,000
Average
£520,000
Detached
£340,000
Semi-Detached
£310,000
Terraced
£245,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About Edinburgh
Edinburgh is Scotland's capital and one of Europe's great cities. It has a strong financial sector (the largest in the UK outside London), a booming tech scene, and world-renowned universities. Property is expensive by Scottish standards but offers a lifestyle that rivals any European capital. The city attracts global talent and tourism.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
Edinburgh is arguably the most beautiful city in Britain. The Old Town and New Town are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the world's largest arts festival. Arthur's Seat provides a genuine mountain climb in the city centre. The city has world-class restaurants, historic pubs, and a thriving cultural scene year-round, not just during August.
Transport & Commuting
Edinburgh Waverley connects to London King's Cross, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. The Edinburgh Trams run from the airport to the city centre and Newhaven. Edinburgh Airport is Scotland's busiest. The A720 City Bypass and M8 to Glasgow provide road links.
Train to London
4h 20m to London King's Cross
Nearest Motorway
M8, M9, A720
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- George Heriot's School
- Royal High School
- James Gillespie's High School
Universities
- University of Edinburgh
- Heriot-Watt University
- Edinburgh Napier University
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in Edinburgh
New Town
Stockbridge
Morningside
Bruntsfield
Leith
Marchmont
Property Buying Tips for Edinburgh
The New Town and Stockbridge are premium areas with Georgian elegance. Morningside and Bruntsfield suit families. Leith has transformed from rough docklands to Edinburgh's trendiest area. For first-time buyers, Gorgie and Dalry offer better value close to the centre. Note that Scottish property law differs — you need a solicitor from the start, and the offer process is different.
Local Authority
Council
City of Edinburgh Council
Council Tax
£1,530 (Band D)
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