Living in Edinburgh South West
If you are looking for a home to buy or a property for sale in Edinburgh South West you have come to the right place. Below we have information on the housing market and what it is like to live in the area.
Edinburgh South West at a glance*
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About Edinburgh South West
A series of small villages have blossomed over the years, forming interesting communities within the South West Edinburgh borders. Bordered by the Pentland Hills Regional Park on one side and West Lothian on another, Edinburgh South West has a great mix of bustling activities and outdoor pursuits. The main Heriot-Watt University campus can also be found in Edinburgh South West.
Lifestyle and entertainment
Edinburgh South West is an excellent choice for people who love outdoor pursuits. The Pentland Hills Regional Park sites right on the area's doorstep and contains 9 peaks of over 1500 feet.
You'll then find more relaxing, outdoor fun at the luxurious Dalmahoy Marriot Hotel & Country Club in Kirknewton. With a super golf course and leisure club right on your doorstep, a weekend away need not call for hours of driving.
Juniper Green also boasts a golfing venue. The Baberton Gold Club was established in 1893 and is recognised as a challenging course, surrounded by scenic vistas of the Pentland Hills, the Forth Bridge and Edinburgh Castle.
With the city of Edinburgh just a few miles drive away, extensive retail opportunities are available to the residents of Edinburgh South West. People living in Currie will also be able to access to The Gyle Shopping Centre with ease. However there is also a good variation of local shopping and amenities within the individual towns.
Growth and development
Local school children are in for a treat in Balerno as the beginning of the 3G Synthetic Pitch at Malleny Park began recently; the all-weather pitch will be perfect for sports such as football, rugby and athletics. Times for community access have already been issued, from November 2104 to May 2015, and details of these times can be found on the Balerno Community Council webpage
John Napier, 7th laird of Merchiston circa 15th Century, contributed hugely to laying the foundations of a knowledge-seeking, scientific culture that the city of Edinburgh and its surrounds are rooted in. The quest for education and discovery continues today, with people deciding on a move to this area of the UK based on the quality of education available.
Top locally-based employers take on graduates to service the financial industry, higher education, local and city councils as well as the North Sea oil rigs, to mention but a few.With regard to this, one of the factors to sustainable growth in the South West of the city must remain the education of the young business men and women of tomorrow; local councils aim to continue setting up good amenities which should encourage prospective home buyers to this region.
Property types in Edinburgh South West
Edinburgh South West offers a solid choice of both flats and houses for sale. Have a look at the houses currently available for sale in Edinburgh South West here and the flats currently for sale in Edinburgh south West here.
Find your home in South West Edinburgh
With many years’ experience in the property market, ESPC's friendly advisors will be able to offer informative suggestions regarding property in the city. Phone us on 0131 624 8000, send an email to support@espc.com, or pop into our Property Information Centre on George Street in Edinburgh.
We can also send the latest Edinburgh South West properties direct to your inbox, simply sign up to a My ESPC account, tell us your search criteria, your wants and needs and we’ll email you when homes are listed that match what you are looking for.
Once you’ve found your dream home, your ESPC solicitor agent can guide you through all the steps of buying a house or flat, such as putting in an offer and completing all the legal aspects of your purchase.
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Where to live in Edinburgh South West
Convinced that Edinburgh South West is for you but still haven't decided on which area? Click on each of our guides below to help narrow down your search!