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EH16 5AY
Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh
Edinburgh, City ofCity of Edinburgh
EH16 5AY is an urban location, Attractive to those seeking a vibrant lifestyle where smaller houses or bungalows make up most of the housing, a good choice for commuters, and is an area with occasional safety challenges. This postcode is with a variety of major supermarkets and stores, with fewer GP surgeries and medical centres, and where local industries have struggled. With outstanding shopping facilities, it's a retail hotspot.
Edinburgh
Key Stats
Households
-Data not available for Scotland
Male: N/a, Female: N/a
Household Income
£-Data not available for Scotland
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)
Postcode Sector
Edinburgh
Population
People
Population Density
People/km2
Average Income
Per household
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about EH16 5AY?
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Where is EH16 5AY?
Approximate address:
Holyrood Park Road, Edinburgh
The postcode EH16 5AY is located in the Edinburgh, City of area, part of the City of Edinburgh district, and classed as a Large Urban Area area.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (S01008601) and OA (S00106229) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.
Location
Edinburgh, City of
Coordinates
55.940074, -3.171136
Easting/Northing
326944, 0672511
Grid Ref
NT269725
Parliamentary Constituency
Edinburgh East
Local Authority
Edinburgh, City of
Population Density
km²
Coordinates
55.940074, -3.171136
Easting/Northing
326944, 0672511
Grid Ref
NT269725
Parliamentary Constituency
Edinburgh East
Local Authority
Edinburgh, City of
Population Density
km²
Area Codes
Output area: S00106229
OA Code
S00106229
LSOA Code
S01008601
MSOA Code
S02001611
Ward
S13002933
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
1 - Large Urban Area
OA Code
S00106229
LSOA Code
S01008601
MSOA Code
S02001611
Ward
S13002933
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
S99999999
Rural/Urban Code
1 - Large Urban Area
Demographics
Who lives in the EH16 5AY neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 0, EH16 5AY has no residents in higher managerial or professional occupations, reflecting a community focused on other occupational sectors.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
With an Education Score of 0/10, EH16 5AY has no residents with higher educational qualifications, reflecting a community with lower levels of formal education.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
Scoring 8/10 in Credit Status, this EH16 5AY is characterised by very good credit scores, reflecting a financially secure community with minimal economic difficulties.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the EH16 5AY neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
With a Housing Affordability Score of 0/10, EH16 5AY is one of the least affordable, where high property prices far exceed the average household income, making homeownership challenging.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
This postcode presents moderate challenges for renters, where rental costs are still on the higher side relative to what the average household earns.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Investment returns in EH16 5AY are minimal, with low yields that may not justify the costs of property maintenance and ownership.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the EH16 5AY postcode?
Transport Score
EH16 5AY offers excellent transport links, with multiple bus stops, train stations nearby, and ample parking, making it convenient for regular travellers.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Households in EH16 5AY typically have no access to cars or vans, likely relying on public transport or being situated in an area where car ownership isn't necessary.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the EH16 5AY postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
The majority of residents in EH16 5AY have no formal qualifications, indicating very low educational attainment across the community.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Childcare options are extremely limited in EH16 5AY, with no nearby services available for families in need of childminders or preschools.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
There are no further education options in EH16 5AY, meaning residents have to travel far to access colleges, sixth forms, or universities.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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