West Craigs, Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Development Overview

West Craigs is a new build property development by Cala Homes, located on Turnhouse Road, Edinburgh, EH12 0AX, within a brand-new master-planned community in West Edinburgh. The development offers a diverse mix of property types, including 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, alongside 3, 4, and 5 bedroom detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses. The current indicative price range for the development is from £334,995 to £634,995. Specific examples include 3-bedroom apartments starting at £334,995 and family homes, such as the 4-bedroom 'Bargower' house type, which is approximately 1,322 sq ft. All properties are offered on a fixed-price basis, providing buyers with certainty and avoiding closing dates.

Property Details

Cala Homes at West Craigs provides a high level of included specification, eliminating the need to budget for extensive extras. Standard features include German studio-designed kitchens equipped with integrated Siemens appliances, solar panels for energy efficiency, and modern consumer units. Homes are built with a focus on generous square footage and light-filled living areas. Larger house types, such as the 4-bedroom 'Colville' (1,685 sq ft), feature open-plan kitchen/family/dining areas with bi-fold doors opening to the rear garden, a separate utility room, an integral single garage, private driveway, and EV charging provision. Apartments benefit from lift access and private balconies, while a 10-year NHBC warranty and Cala Homes' two-year after-sales service back all properties.

Location Benefits

West Craigs is strategically located for commuting and local amenities. Excellent transport connections are available via the nearby Edinburgh Gateway rail and tram station, which is approximately 1.3 miles away, offering a journey to Edinburgh Waverley in under 15 minutes by train. Edinburgh Airport is also only minutes away by road, approximately 3 miles from the development. The location provides rapid access to the Edinburgh Bypass and M8 motorway for travel further afield.

The development is part of a new community masterplan that includes two five-acre public parks, woodland, and a network of cycle and walking routes. The site is a short distance from the 80-acre Cammo Estate and Cramond Beach. Local amenities are expanding, with the wider West Craigs Village set to include a new Primary School (Maybury Primary, due to open August 2025), a nursery, a proposed health centre, and a café. Secondary education is served by the nearby Craigmount High School. Retail amenities are catered for with The Gyle shopping centre being close by.

Practical Information

The development is actively progressing, with showhomes available to view daily from 10am to 5:30pm. Cala Homes, known for their focus on quality and exceptional design, is the developer. Interested parties should contact the developer for the latest availability, plot-specific pricing, and information on any tailored incentives, such as Part Exchange or deposit contributions.