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AREA SPOTLIGHT

Morningside Granton
Morningside
Often referred to as Edinburgh’s poshest Granton, perched on Edinburgh’s northern
neighbourhood, it’s no surprise to see coastline, has also been one of the most
Morningside high on the list. This charming popular places to live this year. Once dominated
village in the city offers excellent amenities, by shipyards and the iconic gasworks, Granton
from artisan bakeries to independent cinema, is is now reinventing itself as a vibrant waterfront
within walking distance of the city centre itself, hub. The harbour, with sweeping views over the
and is even in the catchment area for some of Firth of Forth, offers a peaceful escape and a
Edinburgh’s highest-regarded schools. glimpse into the area’s maritime roots.

Morningside is also near Braidburn Valley Park As new homes, creative spaces, and cultural
and the Hermitage of Braid, which is perfect for Gorgie venues rise from the old docks, Granton
walks, while there are incredible green spaces is becoming a dynamic blend of history,
around for picnics, with The Meadows and Gorgie has risen in popularity in recent years, community, and possibility - one of Edinburgh’s
Bruntsfield Links close by. thanks to its central location and affordable most exciting areas to watch.
property prices, making it appealing to young
professionals and first-time buyers. This trendy Trinity
Portobello
hotspot is close to Haymarket and the West
For those who want to, understandably, be near End, ensuring there’s plenty to see and do, Trinity, also on the northern coast of the city,
the seaside, Portobello is the most obvious while one-bedroom properties in this area of makes up the top ten most popular areas to
choice. Packed with period properties and Edinburgh are among the most affordable the live in Edinburgh right now. This pretty, well-
modern apartments alike, Portobello ensures Capital has to offer. heeled suburb boasts quaint parks, beautiful
that there’s a property out there that caters traditional buildings and popular amenities,
perfectly to your taste. Gorgie is also an ideal location for sports fans, as well as being a stone’s throw from the
with green spaces close by. There’s also the Granton waterfront at Newhaven and in walking
distance of both Leith and Stockbridge.
With the glorious beach and elegant renowned Heart of Midlothian Football Club,
promenade, plus an array of independent as well as being within walking distance of
bars, shops and restaurants to enjoy - all just Murrayfield Stadium. Bus links are also fantastic Trinity is near the popular Victoria Park,
20 minutes from the city centre - Edinburgh’s in this area, with regular buses taking you into Polwarth where children can enjoy playgrounds and
seaside is a charming place to call home. Edinburgh’s city centre in around 15 minutes. sports facilities, while the Ocean Terminal
Polwarth is another quiet and predominantly shopping centre is nearby for a range of shops,
residential area that’s been growing restaurants, and a cinema.
increasingly popular in the last few years,
Portobello thanks to its proximity to Edinburgh Napier
University – making it a popular choice with
students, young professionals, and first-time
buyers.

The Union Canal runs through the heart of
Polwarth, providing a scenic walking and
cycling route, as well as a tranquil escape
from the city’s bustle. The area benefits from
its proximity to vibrant local amenities, green
spaces like Harrison Park, and excellent public Polwarth
transport links to the city centre.

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