Electrical cost in Edinburgh
2026 prices for Midlothian · Scotland
Electrical in Edinburgh typically costs between £290 and £7,600, with most homeowners landing near £3,945. Local pricing sits about 5% below the UK average. Separate building standards and tenement access affect some work types; labour rates sit below the UK average.
£290 – £7,600
UK average £3,800 · Edinburgh index 95
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Electrical prices in Edinburgh by finish level
| FINISH LEVEL | EDINBURGH COST | WHAT'S INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £290 – £430 | Entry-level materials, existing layout retained |
| Mid-range | £410 – £620 | Better fittings, some layout change |
| Premium | £560 – £830 | High-specification materials and full redesign |
£2,367
About 60% of a typical Edinburgh job, at Scotland day rates.
£1,578
Materials pricing is broadly national — this is where specification, not location, drives your total.
What affects electrical cost in Edinburgh
New Town and Old Town are World Heritage sites with very tight listed-building control. Tenement flats need shared-repair agreement for roofing and stonework.
- Rubber or fabric-sheathed cable needing full replacement
- No earth on lighting circuits in older homes
- Insufficient supply capacity for EV charging
Rules in Edinburgh
Building control and planning applications for electrical work in Edinburgh go through City of Edinburgh Council. Confirm before booking whether your property sits in a conservation area, is listed, or is covered by an Article 4 direction — each removes permitted development rights and changes the approval route.
Serving EH1, EH3, EH6, EH10 and the surrounding Midlothian area.
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