Edinburgh & Lothian Property Prices Surge, Fife Mixed
Property prices in Edinburgh and Lothian have surged, with buyers paying above Home Report valuations, while some areas in Fife experienced a decrease. The Scottish market saw a significant rise in sales volumes despite a drop in new listings.
From July to September 2025, Edinburgh and Lothian towns like Livingston witnessed a notable increase in realtor prices. East Lothian led the way with a substantial 17.2% annual increase to £328,016, driven by demand for family homes in coastal towns. Meanwhile, areas in Fife such as Kirkcaldy saw a decrease in realtor prices.
Property sales volumes rose by 8.0%, indicating strong buyer demand, despite a 5.1% drop in new listings. The median time to sell remained steady at 22 days, with West Fife & Kinross and Bonnyrigg properties selling the fastest. West Lothian, West Fife & Kinross, and Edinburgh also recorded modest to solid price gains in real estate. East Lothian saw a 44.0% surge in transactions, with popular Edinburgh areas like Abbeyhill and Easter Road in high demand. East Fife experienced a 4.8% drop in average prices to £282,628. Dunfermline, however, saw a 13.9% increase to £242,462, fueled by demand for four-bedroom houses. The Scottish Borders became the most affordable location with a 9.0% decrease in average price to £219,592. Average selling prices in Edinburgh and surrounding areas rose by 4.3% year-on-year to £298,933.
The Scottish property market has shown resilience, with increased sales volumes and prices in many areas. However, the decrease in new listings and varying price trends across regions suggest a complex market dynamic in real estate. Buyers continue to pay above Home Report valuations, indicating sustained competition.
