
A guide to living in City of Edinburgh
Average location score
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Very Good
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Average
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Best places to live in City of Edinburgh
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The McEwan, EH3
By Moda Living
4.93
(163 reviews)
£1,281-£2,940 pcm
Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds
Ranked 1st out of 18 in City of Edinburgh

Kingsford Residence, EH7
By Kingsford Group
4.58
(90 reviews)
£1,350-£2,400 pcm
1, 2 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 18 in City of Edinburgh

The Strand @ Portobello, EH15
By Barratt Homes
4.43
(15 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 18 in City of Edinburgh

Lochrin Quay, EH3
By JLL
4.40
(24 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 18 in City of Edinburgh

Salamander Street, EH6
By Hillcrest
4.27
(6 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 18 in City of Edinburgh
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Featured developments in City of Edinburgh
Latest Reviews in City of Edinburgh
363 total reviews
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Sue at Bonnington (Tenant)
Verified Resident
PLATFORM_ in Edinburgh
Feb 2025
Lots of exciting things happening at Bonnington Platform
Sue at Bonnington (Tenant)
Verified Resident
PLATFORM_ in Edinburgh
Feb 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Bonnington is very central to walk into Leith , Good selection of shops , Transport links into central Edinburgh or down to the beach at Crammond or Portobello . . Lots of new restaurants opening now and Leith has it's own festival and Blue's and Jazz weekend's in June . I have no traffic noise.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
A wee bit of water leaking under sink in kitchen , dealt with very swiftly and all is good now
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
A welcome pack would be great , I am local and have worked in Leith since 2013 so know lots of local information , A lot of new tenants are moving to Edinburgh for the first time . We need a file Paper NOT EMAIL to keep on each flat Local doctors surgery's , Hospital numbers , Local primary schools , chemist, s post office, banks , where the local buses go etc , I have helped a few of the new tenants out with local information
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Charlotte (Tenant)
Verified Resident
PLATFORM_ in Edinburgh
Jan 2025
Great place to live
Charlotte (Tenant)
Verified Resident
PLATFORM_ in Edinburgh
Jan 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great area to live in so easy to get into the city centre with fantastic transport opportunities within walking distance, there is also a good selection of supermarkets within walking distance too, and there is some fab independent coffee shops nearby as well not to mention the water of leith is nearby to get the steps in.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Always helpful and no problem is too much trouble I have had no issues.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing to note here everything has been great and has everything I need and more
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Yara (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Convenience, Style and attention to details at the Kingsford Residence
Yara (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Nice neighborhood. Safe and fancy. Lots of local shops, cafes and bars. Close to Leith Walk and the Botanic Gardens.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Highly responsive and efficient. Very accomodating
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing to add. Surpassed my expectations and I'm very pleased
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Manager response
Hi Yara, Thanks for your lovely review. We are glad to hear you are impressed with all the Kingsford Residence has to offer. Kind regards Jade
Posted by
Jade Clair, Property Manager
Jan 2025
Patty K (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Everything is good
Patty K (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The local area offers a good variety of shops, restaurants, and bars, which are all within walking distance. The transport links are reliable, with frequent buses and trains, making it easy to commute. However, parking can be challenging due to limited spaces, and bin collection schedules could be improved. Occasionally, there is noise from traffic and some anti-social behavior late at night, which can be bothersome.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has been responsive and usually resolves issues within a reasonable timeframe. Maintenance requests are typically addressed promptly, though communication about ongoing repairs could be improved.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known about the occasional delays with building maintenance and the limited availability of shared facilities during peak hours. This would have helped me manage my expectations better.
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Manager response
Hi Patty, Thanks for your lovely review. We are glad to hear you are impressed with all the Kingsford Residence has to offer. Kind regards Jade
Posted by
Jade Clair, Property Manager
Jan 2025
Tara (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Immaculately presented in a wonderful neighbourhood
Tara (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Kingsford Residence, EH7
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great location, safe and close to local shops and transport links. Free parking close by and traffic noise kept to a minimum despite centrally located
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Immediate action taken toward any question or query I asked
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
N/A - all queries were answered prior to move in and no outstanding information
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Manager response
Hi Tara, Thanks for your lovely review. We are glad to hear you are impressed with all the Kingsford Residence has to offer. Kind regards Jade
Posted by
Jade Clair, Property Manager
Jan 2025
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