Quality of life

The most enterprising area in Scotland

Edinburgh Science Triangle has been named the most enterprising area in Scotland in the Enterprising Britain 2007 competition.

Edinburgh is the Best Place to Live in the UK

Edinburgh is the best place to live in the UK according to Channel 4 property programme Location, Location, Location.

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Record year for Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh has strengthened its position as Scotland's leading research institution by earning a record £210 million to fund its research in 2006/07 – an increase of 50 percent on last year.

View down Edinburgh's Royal MileScotland’s quality of life ranks among the highest in Europe.

Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, is a World Heritage site boasting stunning architecture and one of the most beautiful cityscapes in the world. It is famous for its ancient Castle, the Old Town steeped in centuries of history and the elegance of the New Town’s Georgian architecture.

Edinburgh has first class housing, an excellent education system and a high quality and efficient public transport system. It is often described as one of the best places to live, work and do, business in the UK.

The City centre is filled with large green spaces and surrounded by seven hills. However visiting the Lothians and enjoying their peaceful unspoilt beaches, world famous golf courses and country parks couldn’t be easier. All are within an hour of Edinburgh, yet a million miles away from the bustle of city life.