EH1City of Edinburgh

Edinburgh City Centre & Leith

Edinburgh City Centre & Leith investment guide. Average gross yield 5.2%, unknown rental demand.

5.2%avg gross yield

£0kavg sold priceVery low sample

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

5.2%

+5.2% vs City of Edinburgh avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£0

Est. Monthly Rent

£1,747

2-bed · 3-bed £2,999 · 0.0% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£475

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in EH1

1-bed

£1,396

per month

0.0% yield

2-bed

£1,747

per month

0.0% yield

3-bed

£2,999

per month

0.0% yield

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in EH1

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Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo

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About Edinburgh City Centre & Leith (EH1, City of Edinburgh)

EH1 encompasses Edinburgh's prime city centre and historic Leith waterfront, attracting investors seeking strong rental yields of 5.2% in Scotland's capital. The postcode benefits from high footfall, established amenities, and proximity to major employment hubs, making it a perennially popular rental area for both investors and occupiers.

The tenant mix is diverse, ranging from young professionals and students to corporate relocations and tourists on extended stays. One-bedroom properties command £1,396 monthly rent, while larger units attract higher rates, reflecting demand across different household types and income brackets in this central location.

Investors should note the limited available pricing data in current records, which makes comparative valuation challenging. The area's vibrancy brings corresponding considerations around noise, ground-floor flooding risks near Leith, and the impact of evolving city centre usage patterns post-pandemic on long-term tenant demand.

Flip Activity - EH1

Same-property resales within 18 months, last 24 months

No flips meeting our 15% uplift threshold recorded in EH1 over the last 24 months.

Planning & Licensing - EH1

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of City of Edinburgh. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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