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Leith
Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Neighborhood Guide
Former docklands now gentrified — independent restaurants, Michelin stars, buzzy waterfront
Data verified May 6, 2026
Leith at a Glance
Mid-Range
Cost Level
£1,000–£1,400/month for 1-BR
Rent Range
Significantly improved; some rougher pockets remain on Easter Road and around the Kirkgate; fine by day
Safety
100–300 Mbps (CityFibre expanding rapidly in Leith)
Internet
Who Lives in Leith?
Young professionals, chefs and restaurant workers, artists, Leith locals — genuinely mixed community
Living in Leith — Practical Details
Walkability
Good — Leith Walk is the main artery; waterfront area more spread out; mostly flat
Grocery & Food Access
Lidl and Aldi on Leith Walk; independent fishmongers and butchers at the Shore; weekend farmers market at the Pitt
Getting Around
- Edinburgh Tram (Ocean Terminal, Constitution Street — new extension)
- Lothian Bus 7, 10, 12, 14, 22
- Leith Walk is a 25 min walk to Princes Street
Nearby Coworking
- Leith Creative
- Codebase (15 min bus to Argyle House)
- Clockwise Offices Leith
Insider Tips for Leith
- 1The Shore waterfront has Edinburgh's best restaurant concentration — Michelin-starred The Kitchin and Martin Wishart are here
- 2The new tram extension to Newhaven (opened 2023) has dramatically improved connectivity
- 3Ocean Terminal has a Vue cinema, large Tesco, and the Royal Yacht Britannia — practical for daily life
- 4Leith Walk is long — renting near the top (closer to Elm Row) puts you 10 min from the city centre
FAQ — Leith, Edinburgh
What is Leith like for expats?
Leith is a mid-range neighborhood in Edinburgh. Former docklands now gentrified — independent restaurants, Michelin stars, buzzy waterfront Best for: Young professionals, foodies, creative workers
How much does it cost to live in Leith, Edinburgh?
Leith is classified as "Mid-Range" in Edinburgh. Typical rent: £1,000–£1,400/month for 1-BR. Total monthly budget in Edinburgh: £1,800–£2,400/mo.
Is Leith safe for expats?
Significantly improved; some rougher pockets remain on Easter Road and around the Kirkgate; fine by day
Who lives in Leith?
Young professionals, chefs and restaurant workers, artists, Leith locals — genuinely mixed community
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