Abbey Court, Edinburgh

Abbey Court is located in the Abbeyhill area of Edinburgh. The scheme was completed in 1982 and has 44 self-contained flats of various sizes. The development has a communal lounge, laundry and guest bedrooms. There is a staff office. The main building has three floors, all of which are served by a lift.

The emphasis at Abbey Court is on tenants being as independent as possible. Tenants are encouraged to undertake all aspects of day-to-day living tasks as far as they are able. For some, sheltered housing may be a first step towards independent living. Housing Services staff can advise on alternative housing options.

Please note that services provided at Abbey Court are currently under review. Information regarding the services on offer will be updated shortly.

Properties

Designed for wheelchair users

• 10 studio apartments, suitable for a single person
• 11 one-bedroom flats, suitable for a single person or couple
• 2 two-bedroom flats, suitable for two people
• 2 two-bedroom flats, suitable for up to three people
• 1 three-bedroom flat, suitable for up to four people
• 1 three-bedroom flat, suitable for up to five people
• 1 four-bedroom flat, suitable for up to six people

Designed for people with limited mobility

• 5 studio apartments, suitable for a single person
• 5 one-bedroom flats, suitable for a single person or couple
• 1 two-bedroom flat, suitable for two people

Designed for people with general housing needs

• 5 three-bedroom flats, suitable for up to four people

Local Services

Local taxi firms have vehicles adapted to accommodate wheelchair users. The area is well connected to bus routes, with Lothian Buses providing services from the nearby London Road.

There are many amenities and services available in this area. For more information on topics such as public transport, schools and leisure please visit the City of Edinburgh Council website and/or the UpMyStreet website.

Applying for a house

We participate in City of Edinburgh Council's common housing register, EdIndex. If you would like to apply for a house at Abbey Court, you should complete an EdIndex application form. We would be delighted to provide you with an EdIndex form, just phone us on 0131 317 7227. Alternatively you can contact the EdIndex Central Administration at the following address:

EdIndex/Choice Team
Business Centre C3
Waverly Court
4 East Market Street
EDINBURGH EH8 8BG

We do not participate in Choice Letting and therefore do not advertise our vacant properties. We contact applicants who have the greatest housing need when we have a vacancy.

Location and contact details