Farrier Fields by Taylor Wimpey · Off Gilmerton Station Road, South Gilmerton, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH17 8SH
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About Farrier Fields
Farrier Fields offers a new build community of 134 homes developed by Taylor Wimpey in South Gilmerton, Edinburgh, located off Gilmerton Station Road (EH17 8SH). The development comprises a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom new build homes in detached, semi-detached, and terraced styles, with 25% of the development designated as affordable housing. The properties are situated on the edge of Edinburgh, balancing suburban living with convenient access to the city centre and surrounding areas.
Taylor Wimpey holds a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), indicating that over 90% of customers would recommend the builder to a friend. The house types feature open-plan living spaces designed for modern lifestyles, with specific layouts varying by model. For example, the 'Andrew' includes a lounge-diner with French doors opening to the rear garden, a fully fitted kitchen, and a ground-floor cloakroom. All properties are constructed to meet current energy efficiency standards and include modern sustainable features such as PV solar panels and provision for electric vehicle (EV) charging points, helping to reduce energy bills and carbon emissions. Every new home comes with a 10-year NHBC warranty and a 2-year Taylor Wimpey warranty for peace of mind. Optional upgrades for kitchens and bathrooms, including Porcelanosa tiles and integrated Zanussi appliances, are available subject to the individual plot’s build stage. The development’s South Gilmerton location provides strong connectivity for commuters and easy access to local amenities. Road links are excellent, with the Edinburgh City Bypass, the A7, and the A702 all in close proximity, enabling convenient travel across the Lothians and Fife. A drive to Edinburgh City Centre is estimated to take approximately 25 minutes. Public transport is serviced by regular bus routes along nearby Gilmerton Road and Lasswade Road, offering stress-free connections to the city centre. Nearby amenities are comprehensive, focusing primarily on the area's retail and leisure offerings. Straiton Retail Park, situated approximately 1.6 miles away, provides access to large supermarkets, major retail brands, IKEA, and Costco Edinburgh (2.0 miles away). Local services include a Co-op convenience store 1.1 miles distant. The community is well-served by schools, with St Catherine's RC Primary School and Gracemount Primary School both located within 0.4 miles, and Gilmerton Primary School having established partnerships with the developer. Leisure facilities nearby include Gracemount Leisure Centre (1.1 miles), Kings Acre Golf Course (2.2 miles), and the David Lloyd gym. The Pentland Hills Regional Park is also easily accessible for outdoor activities. Farrier Fields is an active development site, with some plots offering early move-in dates in 2026. Interested buyers are advised to contact the Taylor Wimpey sales team directly to obtain the latest information on 4-bedroom house prices and availability, plot-specific completion timelines, and to arrange an appointment. The development offers a range of incentives, which vary by plot and availability, such as a potential 5% deposit contribution on selected homes.
- Developer
- Taylor Wimpey
- City
- City of Edinburgh
- Neighbourhood
- South Gilmerton
- Postcode
- EH17 8SH
- Address
- Off Gilmerton Station Road, South Gilmerton, Edinburgh
- Total homes
- 134
- Tenure
- For sale
Questions about Farrier Fields
›Who is the developer of Farrier Fields?
Farrier Fields is a Taylor Wimpey development in South Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh. Taylor Wimpey has 252 developments listed on Homello.
›What type of homes are at Farrier Fields?
Farrier Fields offers houses, 134 homes in total. Homes are sold outright by Taylor Wimpey.
Location
Off Gilmerton Station Road, South Gilmerton, Edinburgh, EH17 8SH
Nearest stations
- Shawfair Station 2.1 milesScotRail
- Eskbank Station 2.2 milesScotRail
- Newcraighall Station 2.9 milesScotRail
- Newtongrange Station 3.2 milesScotRail
Nearest schools
- Norham St Ceolwulfs CofE Controlled Primary School 39.8 milesPrimary · ages 3–11
- Kielder Primary School and Nursery 50.9 milesPrimary · ages 2–11 Needs attention
- Bewcastle School 57.9 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Good
- Shankhill CofE Primary School 60.7 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Good
Nearest supermarkets
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store 0.4 miles
- Spar Convenience store 0.5 miles
- Iceland Supermarket 0.6 miles
- Morrisons Large supermarket 0.9 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 1 pub or bar.
- The Royal Bingo Club 0.3 milesPub or bar
- Mechanic Arms 0.5 milesPub or bar
- Good Cooking 0.5 milesTakeaway
- Gilmerton Early Years Centre 0.5 milesRestaurant or cafe
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN, with their lines powered by TfL Open Data; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal; supermarkets from Geolytix Retail Points; places to eat from the Food Standards Agency's register of food businesses.
Area insights
The neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.

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