Is Newington Expensive?

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

-10% vs Edinburgh avg

Living in Newington, Edinburgh

Newington is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Edinburgh, with a cost of living index of 55.9 — that is -10% compared to the Edinburgh average. Ranked #14 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around £881/month, compared to a range of £764 in Gorgie to £1,224 in New Town.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Newington, housing takes up roughly 34% 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 £35,241 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Newington

Salaries in Newington reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 55.9:

After tax and deductions of 24.3% in United Kingdom, take-home pay for someone earning £35,241 would be roughly £26,677/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

55.9
COLI Index
0.90x
vs City Avg
£881
Est. 1BR Rent
#14
of 18 Areas
24.3%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Newington

Estimated annual deductions on a £31,570 salary in Newington, Edinburgh (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
National Insurance (NI)
8.0%
Council Tax (avg) (est.)
4.3%
Total Deductions: 24.3%
Est. Take-Home: £23,894/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $41,925
London GBP £36,080
Dubai AED AED 209,784

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%
Dean Village 71.4 1.15x +15%
Morningside 68.3 1.10x +10%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newington expensive in Edinburgh?

Newington is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Edinburgh. It costs about -10% less than the city average, ranking #14 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Newington compare to the Edinburgh average?

The cost of living in Newington is below the Edinburgh average. With a multiplier of 0.90x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -10% 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.