Ward in City of Edinburgh, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.904, -3.237 |
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| OS grid ref: | NT 22 68 |
| Dialling code: | 0131 (Edinburgh) |
The ward centred on Colinton and Fairmilehead lies in the south‑west of the City of Edinburgh, Scotland. It combines the old conservation‑village character of Colinton - with its wooded gorges, the Water of Leith and a pleasant riverside walkway - and the more suburban, predominantly post‑war neighbourhoods of Fairmilehead, edged by open green spaces and views towards the Pentland Hills.
Historically the area grew from village mills and Victorian expansion; today it is largely residential, with a mix of period stone cottages, terraces and later detached houses, local schools, shops and active community groups. The locality is popular with commuters to the city but prized for its outdoor access, conservation areas and a quiet village atmosphere that supports regular community events and riverside walking.
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