Is Dean Village Expensive?

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

+15% vs Edinburgh avg

Living in Dean Village, Edinburgh

Dean Village is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Edinburgh, with a cost of living index of 71.4 — that is +15% compared to the Edinburgh average. It ranks #4 out of 18 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around £1,126/month, compared to a range of £764 in Gorgie to £1,224 in New Town.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Dean Village, housing takes up roughly 44% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately £45,030 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Dean Village

Salaries in Dean Village reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 71.4:

After tax and deductions of 26.0% in United Kingdom, take-home pay for someone earning £45,030 would be roughly £33,322/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

71.4
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
£1,126
Est. 1BR Rent
#4
of 18 Areas
26.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Dean Village

Estimated annual deductions on a £40,324 salary in Dean Village, Edinburgh (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
National Insurance (NI)
8.0%
Council Tax (avg) (est.)
4.3%
Total Deductions: 26.0%
Est. Take-Home: £29,822/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Dean Village would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $53,550
London GBP £46,084
Dubai AED AED 267,953

Other Neighborhoods in Edinburgh

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
New Town 77.6 1.25x +25%
Old Town 73.3 1.18x +18%
Stockbridge 71.4 1.15x +15%
Morningside 68.3 1.10x +10%
Bruntsfield 67.1 1.08x +8%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Dean Village:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dean Village expensive in Edinburgh?

Yes, Dean Village is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Edinburgh. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #4 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Dean Village compare to the Edinburgh average?

The cost of living in Dean Village is above the Edinburgh average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include UK Office for National Statistics · HM Revenue & Customs · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.