Liberton/Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh
Key facts
Liberton/Gilmerton is a UK electoral ward in City of Edinburgh. Liberton and Gilmerton sit on Edinburgh's southern edge, offering a proper suburban feel with plenty to recommend them.
About Liberton/Gilmerton
Liberton and Gilmerton sit on Edinburgh's southern edge, offering a proper suburban feel with plenty to recommend them. Healthcare is strong here, and you've got a good choice of primary and secondary schools. Crime figures have been recorded at zero for the past three years.
You'll find the everyday essentials — convenience stores, pharmacies and pubs — dotted throughout. The A7 and A701 give you straightforward car access into the city centre and beyond to the bypass.
Living costs are below the UK average, thanks partly to lower transport and council tax bills. Rents have stayed steady year on year. The air quality is good, and there's inclusive specialist schooling on offer too.
If you're a family or buyer after space without city-centre prices, this is a practical, settled neighbourhood to consider.
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