A guide to living in City of Edinburgh

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Leith offers a great mix of independent shops, restaurants and bars, especially around The Shore, with a lively and welcoming atmosphere. There are good open spaces nearby like Leith Links, and excellent transport links via tram and bus, making it easy to get into the city center and beyond.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team have been responsive and efficient, dealing with any issues raised in a timely and professional manner while keeping communication clear.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

It’s worth knowing that being close to the waterfront and tramline means there can be some occasional background noise, particularly at busier times. The area is also still developing in places, so you may notice ongoing improvements, but this adds to the sense of growth and investment in the neighborhood.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

We love the Shore so this is a perfect spot for us! Ocean Terminal is a great mall with a movie theatre, restaurants, a Boots, etc. There are barbers across the street and THREE dentists office and a drs office nearby. I do wish there was a full grocery store but hopefully soon! Getting the tram is super easy at Ocean Terminal and there are tons of buses. Bin collections are seamless with so many options in the bin room that there is always an empty one. Our old flat's one was ALWAYS full. Traffic noise can be loud if you have the windows open but with them closed you don't hear it at all. Great area!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

We haven't had any issues just yet so I cannot comment on this.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Would love more insight into what the bills would be each month because we are paying a lot in rent so don't want surprise high extra costs. They told us council tax band D in the showing and we just got a letter saying E.

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Brilliant area, has everything you need. Is vibrant and interesting. Lots of amenities nearby. Waste collections are very convenient and onsite. Traffic noise is very little, aside from the tram bell, which I think is lovely

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Communications good, any issues raised are actioned timeously.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Up to now I haven’t really used the public spaces as much as I could have, tip would be to come in with the attitude that these spaces are an extension of your own home!

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

New Fountainbridge is in a great spot in Edinburgh. Close to shops, restaurants and bars, but also plenty of green space with the Meadows a short walk away and the Union Canal on your doorstep.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I’ve been fortunate not to have had any issues, but I’ve no doubt they would be resolved promptly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I can’t really think of anything. My initial visit was really informative and I was able to ask any questions I had prior to signing my tenancy agreement.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The living area is beautiful, very quiet and peaceful. The public transport (bus &tram) is so convenient as it is only 4 minutes away from the building and always on time. Ocean Terminal includes a great cinema for a night out as well as cafes, restaurants and retail shops. Tesco and Aldi are only a few minutes away so daily groceries can be done very easily by having a short walk in the neighbourhood. Leith centre (Shore) is only 7 minutes away, having many options for food and drinks.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I haven’t had any issues yet, but they were very fast at answering questions about the delivery schedule for a couple of big furniture items.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Nothing, all has been good so far so nothing comes to mind.