Edinburgh area guides
For an easy way to find information about some key local areas in Edinburgh start by searching our Edinburgh area guide. Alphabetically ordered by area name you'll find all you want to know about Edinburgh - from local area highlights, the latest property to buy or rent, leading local Estate Agencies and lists of local area resources.
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a city where history and culture meet a fashionable and thriving atmosphere. Located in south-east Scotland, Edinburgh has experienced a property boom in recent times, with Edinburgh house prices continuing to increase. Excluding London, Edinburgh has the strongest economy of any city in the United Kingdom and thrives on the industries of banking, education and tourism. Unemployment is low, at only 2.2 per cent[1].
The city is accustomed to a mild winter, with light snowfall and daytime temperatures averaging 5úC. Summer daytime temperatures average 22úC[2]. Edinburgh can often be quite windy and it experiences rain at least every otr day due to its location near the North Sea coast.
Edinburgh residents have access to a sophisticated public transport system, including buses and trains, making it easy to commute to the city centre and other cities such as Glasgow and even London. Edinburgh airport is located approximately 13km to the west of the city.
Edinburgh Property Market
With a population of 448,624[3], apartment living dominates Edinburghâ~@~Ys property market, although the cityâ~@~Ys wealthier southern and western districts include detached and semi-detached houses.
The inner-city Edinburgh property market is encompassed by the areas of Leith, South Side, Old Town and New Town, which are characterised by medieval-style buildings and Georgian architecture.
Home to the central University of Edinburgh campus, South Side is popular with many of the 100,000 students[4] and has an abundance of the Edinburgh rental properties and share accommodation. Comprised of the areas Bruntsfield, Haymarket, Marchmont, Merchiston, Morningside, Newington, Polwarth, Saint Leonards, Sciennes and The Grange, South Side is also popular with families due to its state and private schools. Leith, the port of Edinburgh, is a recently developed industrial area known for its affordable housing and trendy restaurants.
Edinburgh Information
Established in 1947, the annual Edinburgh International Festival continues today with a diverse program of classical music, opera, theatre and dance. Visit the official website for more Edinburgh Festival information. Other major events in the city include Hogmanay (31st December), Burns Night (25th January) and St Andrew's Day (30th November).
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