Corstorphine
Family suburb with a village high street and easy airport access
About Corstorphine
Corstorphine is the kind of place people from Edinburgh proper can be slightly snobbish about, and the kind of place families who actually live here wouldn't swap. It functions as a self-contained suburban town within the city, with its own high street, library, doctors, and recreational options. Edinburgh Zoo, on the Corstorphine Hill edge, is a major employer and draws tourists without significantly affecting the residential streets. The tram provides direct links to the city centre (15 min) and the airport (10 min west). The school catchment area is strong. Housing is a mix of inter-war semi-detached and more modern suburban builds. If you're moving from a city like London or Manchester and want familiar suburban comfort, Corstorphine delivers it.
Neighbourhood vibes
Rental prices
Typical market rates 2025Scottish law note: All rentals use a Private Residential Tenancy (PRT). No fixed-term end date can force you to leave — only a valid notice to leave with a legal ground applies. SafeDeposits Scotland holds your deposit independently.
✓Why people love it
- ✓Edinburgh Zoo
- ✓Corstorphine Hill woodland walks
- ✓Local high street with independent shops
- ✓Tram to city centre and airport
- ✓Quiet residential streets
- ✓Good school provision
!Things to know
- ⚠A long way from Edinburgh's social scene
- ⚠Reliant on tram/car — not walkable to centre
- ⚠Less character than inner-city neighbourhoods
- ⚠Zoo area can be busy with tourists at weekends
Getting around
Who is Corstorphine best for?
Scottish council tax bands differ from England. Students are fully exempt — contact City of Edinburgh Council to apply. Single occupancy gets 25% off. Check your specific property band at mygov.scot.