Southhouse

Settlement in Midlothian

Scotland

Southhouse

Gracemount building site Work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes.
This view looks towards the Northfield hotel and the Carnbee housing estate. Liberton Hospital is to the left and Gracemount Mews to the right.

An image of the new housing from the same vantage point can be seen here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3958302" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3958302">Link</a> — Gracemount building site Credit: Kay Williams

Southhouse is a residential area located in the southern part of Midlothian, a council area in Scotland. Situated approximately five miles south of Edinburgh city center, Southhouse is a part of a larger housing estate called Burdiehouse.

The area is primarily composed of low-rise housing, including both privately-owned and council-owned properties. The houses are predominantly traditional in style, with many featuring small gardens and front yards. The streets are well-maintained and lined with trees, providing a pleasant atmosphere for residents.

Southhouse is well-served by local amenities, including several schools, shops, and recreational facilities. Southhouse Avenue, the main road running through the area, offers a range of shops and services, including a supermarket and various small businesses. Nearby shopping centers such as Straiton Retail Park provide additional retail options.

In terms of transportation, Southhouse benefits from good connectivity. Regular bus services connect the area to Edinburgh city center and surrounding neighborhoods. The nearby A720 City of Edinburgh Bypass offers easy access to the wider road network, making Southhouse a convenient location for commuters.

Southhouse also benefits from its proximity to natural surroundings. The area is surrounded by green spaces and parks, including Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, which offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling.

Overall, Southhouse is a peaceful residential area with a range of amenities and good transport links, making it an attractive place to live for families and individuals looking for a suburban setting within easy reach of Edinburgh.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.900556/-3.1616441 or Grid Reference NT2768. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gracemount building site

Work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes. This view looks towards the Northfield hotel and the Carnbee housing estate. Liberton Hospital is to the left and Gracemount Mews to the right. An image of the new housing from the same vantage point can be seen here: Link

Kay Williams

Gracemount: New flats go up

Building work on the redevelopment of the site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space and play areas that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes. This view looks towards the Mansion (left) and existing housing on Gracemount Drive (right).

Kay Williams

Gracemount new flats under construction

Building work continues on the old site of the multi-storey flats to provide 215 homes (mainly high-density low-rise flats removing the open space that existed around the tower blocks). Crudens is acting as the developer for Edinburgh City Council and Hart are doing the construction work. We are promised a mix of social rent, mid market rent, shared equity and private homes.

Kay Williams

House near Burdiehouse Mains

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Burdiehouse Road, Edinburgh

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Balmwell Terrace, Edinburgh

From Howden Hall Road.

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Entrance to the Toby Carvery, Liberton, Edinburgh

Formerly known as the Balmwell Country Carvery, but acquired by the Toby Carvery chain in 2011. The carvery is in a large house originally built in 1806 for a Mr John Simpson. Since being a private home it has been used as a children’s home, a care home and a hotel. The eponymous Balmwell is in the grounds.

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Arthur's Seat from Liberton Cemetery, Edinburgh

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Row of shops, Liberton, Edinburgh

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Lothian buses at Hyvots Bank

A passing bus stop on Gilmerton Dykes Street, but also a turn-round and terminus for the #11

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Balmwell House, Liberton, Edinburgh

A large house that was built in 1806 for a Mr John Simpson, currently a Toby Carvery.

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St Catherine's Well, Liberton, Edinburgh

Also known as the Oily Well or the Balm Well, the lintel above the well has the date 1536, but the stonework is obviously newer and the antiquity of the well is unknown. The well was associated with St Catherine, and a chapel dedicated to her was previously on the site. The well is in the grounds of Balmwell House, built in 1806, and currently a Toby Carvery.

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Investing in new homes for Edinburgh - creating communities

Hyvots Phase 5 - part of the regeneration of the Hyvots Bank area of Edinburgh - this a £6.1 million project to create 60 affordable homes is funded by the City of Edinburgh Council, the Scottish Government and investment from Dunedin Canmore. Note the solar panels being incorporated into the roofs.

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Hyvot Park

From across Gilmerton Dykes Street.

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Gilmerton Dykes Street

Looking northwest towards the newer phase of the regeneration of the area.

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Housing at Hyvots Bank

On the corner of Gilmerton Dykes Street and Hyvot Park. Replacements for older housing.

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Hyvot Park - 18 months on

Taken from almost the same spot as NT2868 : Hyvot Park from across Gilmerton Dykes Street. A litter bin and another satellite dish have appeared.

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Affordable housing at Hyvots Bank

Looking north from Gilmerton Dykes Road towards Arthur's Seat, and largely replacing the earlier view [March 2010 - NT2868 : Regeneration at Hyvots Bank]

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Southhouse is located at Grid Ref: NT2768 (Lat: 55.900556, Lng: -3.1616441)

Unitary Authority: City of Edinburgh

Police Authority: Edinburgh