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Higher-End

New Town

Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Neighborhood Guide

Georgian architecture, Charlotte Square, Princes Street — elegant and central

Data verified May 6, 2026

New Town at a Glance

Higher-End

Cost Level

£1,300–£1,700/month for 1-BR

Rent Range

Very safe — well-lit streets, professional neighbourhood, low crime

Safety

100–500 Mbps (Virgin Media and CityFibre available in most buildings)

Internet

Who Lives in New Town?

Finance and legal professionals, senior expats, Edinburgh University staff, and older couples in beautifully maintained Georgian flats

Finance professionalsLawyersSenior professionalsThose wanting elegance

Living in New Town — Practical Details

Walkability

Excellent — flat Georgian grid; Princes Street, George Street, and Queen Street are the main arteries

Grocery & Food Access

Waitrose on Comely Bank Road (edge of New Town); Marks & Spencer on Princes Street; independent delicatessens on Thistle Street

Getting Around

  • Edinburgh Tram (Princes Street, St Andrew Square)
  • Lothian Bus 10, 11, 16, 24, 29
  • Waverley Station (central)

Nearby Coworking

  • Regus George Street
  • WeWork St Andrew Square
  • TechCube

Insider Tips for New Town

  • 1Thistle Street and Rose Street have the best independent restaurants and bars — skip Princes Street chains
  • 2Georgian flats have high ceilings and character but heating costs can be 30% higher than modern builds
  • 3Charlotte Square Gardens (private key garden) comes with some rentals — check if included

FAQ — New Town, Edinburgh

What is New Town like for expats?

New Town is a higher-end neighborhood in Edinburgh. Georgian architecture, Charlotte Square, Princes Street — elegant and central Best for: Finance professionals, those wanting walkable city-centre living with polish

How much does it cost to live in New Town, Edinburgh?

New Town is classified as "Higher-End" in Edinburgh. Typical rent: £1,300–£1,700/month for 1-BR. Total monthly budget in Edinburgh: £1,800–£2,400/mo.

Is New Town safe for expats?

Very safe — well-lit streets, professional neighbourhood, low crime

Who lives in New Town?

Finance and legal professionals, senior expats, Edinburgh University staff, and older couples in beautifully maintained Georgian flats

Other Neighborhoods in Edinburgh

Old Town

Higher-End

Medieval Royal Mile, historic closes, castle views — tourist-heavy but atmospheric to live in

Leith

Mid-Range

Former docklands now gentrified — independent restaurants, Michelin stars, buzzy waterfront

Bruntsfield

Mid-Range

Residential, The Meadows park nearby, excellent independent cafes and delis

Stockbridge

Higher-End

Village feel, farmers market, Water of Leith walkway — Edinburgh's most charming neighbourhood

Morningside

Luxury

Affluent, suburban, excellent schools, quiet streets — Edinburgh's Wimbledon equivalent

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