All regions (with the exception of East Fife and the Scottish Borders) experienced increases in their average selling prices; most noticeably in West Fife & Kinross where the average selling price increased 8.5% to £236,206. Midlothian saw its average selling price rise to £261,989, an increase of 5.5% year-on-year, while Edinburgh’s average rose 3.7% to £307,412, making it the most expensive region to buy a home in.

In the Scottish Borders, the most affordable region, property prices decreased marginally to £215,582, while in East Lothian, the average selling price rose 1.1% to a new average of £281,992. West Lothian continued to enjoy gradual growth, experiencing an increase of 3.1%, resulting in an average selling price of £272,406.

Taking a closer look at the capital, ESPC data shows that Edinburgh City Centre continues to show notable growth. Property prices in the heart of the Capital rose by a substantial 8.8% year-on-year, to a new average selling price of £336,840. The average house price in the east of the city, home to popular neighbourhoods such as Leith, Portobello and Meadowbank, was £272,518, a year-on-year rise of 6.5%. By contrast, house prices in the North West of Edinburgh fell 13.9% to a new average of £293,465.

In Fife, Dunfermline offered a mix of results; its average selling price was £241,710, a significant increase of 16.3% compared to April-June 2024. However, two-bedroom flats in the city were the most affordable properties on the market overall, coming in at £138,111 on average.

CEO Paul Hilton commented: “The property market across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders continued to demonstrate resilience and growth through the spring and early summer months of 2025.

“A 4% rise in average selling prices across the regions shows steady demand and strong seller confidence, while the increase in new listings is providing greater choice for buyers. Overall, market conditions remain positive and balanced, with both sides of the transaction benefitting.

“Notable growth has been seen in areas like West Fife & Kinross, where average selling prices surged by 8.5%, and in Midlothian, where prices rose by 5.5%. Edinburgh maintained its position as the most expensive area to buy a home, with a 3.7% increase taking the average to just over £307,000.

“In the capital, Edinburgh City Centre stood out with prices climbing 8.8% annually, and the city’s eastern districts also saw healthy price rises, driven by ongoing demand for well-located urban living.”

Paul continued:”“Demand remains particularly robust in traditionally competitive areas such as Leith, Easter Road and Craigentinny, where properties are not only selling faster but also for well above their Home Report valuations.

“While the pace of sales has held steady year-on-year, some areas are moving notably faster than others. Edinburgh East properties are going under offer in just 15 days, while West Fife & Kinross is proving especially brisk with a median selling time of only 14 days. Dunfermline, in particular, remains one of the most active and competitive local markets.

“Sales volumes across our regions remained stable, with a modest 0.5% annual increase. Standout areas included Corstorphine and Musselburgh, which both saw double-digit growth in sales activity. South Queensferry also experienced a remarkable 60.5% surge in sales, while Trinity’s rise of over 40% highlights continued interest in coastal and commuter-friendly neighbourhoods.”

He concluded: “Encouragingly, new property listings grew by 7.8% compared to last year, offering buyers more choice and easing some of the pressure of competition. Even with this increase in supply, sellers remain confident: over 84% of properties are marketed under ‘offers over’, a notable increase that reflects sustained optimism in the market.

“As we move into the summer, the outlook remains strong. Whether it’s first-time buyers seeking value in Leith, families upgrading to larger homes in the suburbs, or downsizers capitalising on high demand, there are abundant opportunities in today’s market. With stable selling times, competitive but achievable pricing, and a diverse range of homes on offer, the region is well-positioned for continued momentum.”