Haymarket
The commuter's smart choice — underrated and well-connected
About Haymarket
Haymarket's main selling point is brutal practicality: Edinburgh's second-busiest train station, tram connections to the airport and Leith, and a growing collection of restaurants and bars. The residential streets behind the station — Morrison Street, Dalry Road, Dewar Place — are unremarkable but perfectly pleasant. The neighbourhood lacks the character of Stockbridge or the grandeur of New Town, but makes up for it in connectivity and relative affordability. For professionals who travel frequently or commute, the combination of train, tram, and proximity to the city centre is very hard to beat. There's investment coming — development around the station is ongoing and the area is uptrending.
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
- ✓Haymarket Station (Edinburgh–Glasgow line)
- ✓Edinburgh Tram (airport in 35 mins)
- ✓Growing restaurant scene on Morrison Street
- ✓Easy walk to New Town and Princes Street
- ✓West Coates and Murrayfield nearby for green space
!Things to know
- ⚠Traffic around the station is heavy
- ⚠The station brings some antisocial behaviour late at night
- ⚠Less of a local community feel
- ⚠Ongoing construction may be disruptive
Getting around
Who is Haymarket 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.