neighbouring areas
| Balerno | Edinburgh | Lasswade | Pathhead |
| Bonnyrigg | Heriot | Loanhead | Penicuik |
| Currie | Juniper Green | Musselburgh | Rosewell |
| Dalkeith | Kirknewton | Newbridge | Roslin |
Gorebridge is a rural community to the South of, and within easy travelling distance of, Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders. The population of Gorebridge is approximately 6,000 and is small enough not to be impersonal. There are a growing variety of developments of new houses for sale in Gorebridge, as well as interesting older housing, all at much more affordable prices than houses in the capital. The estate agents in Gorebridge say new families are moving to the town, having discovered the advantages of more affordable housing, a good choice of schools and attractive countryside, all within a short commuting distance of Edinburgh. During the next few years, Gorebridge will benefit from a number of new developments, including the building of nursing care home, extensive house building in and around Gorebridge, and two new primary schools. There are also plans to re-establish rail links between Edinburgh and Gorebridge, which is part of the Waverley Railway Project. There is a good selection of property for sale in Gorebridge, including traditional terraced and detached cottages, villa flats, bungalows and contemporary family homes.
Amenities for properties in Gorebridge
The residents of Gorebridge benefit from a good selection of local shopping facilities, with additional retail outlets on the bypass at The Fort and at Kinnaird Park. There are schools at primary and secondary level in the town, a library, a medical centre, and a popular leisure centre, providing a range of facilities for the community, including a three court sports hall, two multi-purpose halls and a state of the art tonezone. The town and its immediate surrounding district provide a haven of beautiful countryside with walkers and cyclists especially well catered for with a network of paths and walkways providing short and longer distance walks. Gorebridge is within walking distance of Vogrie Country Park and Golf Course.
Transport for Gorebridge
If you are searching for Gorebridge property you will discover the town is situated just off the A7, from where there is easy access to the Edinburgh City Bypass, the central Scotland network and Edinburgh International Airport. The nearest railway station is in Musselburgh.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Gorebridge, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Bonnyrigg, Musselburgh and Penicuik.
