Here are the ten areas in Edinburgh that recorded the highest coronavirus rates in the last week

Data released by the Scottish Government breaks down the number of positive Covid-19 cases, according to neighbourhood, in the City of Edinburgh.

The Scottish Government data shows the highest numbers of positive cases recorded are from some of the most densely populated areas of the city.

The highest number recorded, 25, was in the Newington and Dalkeith Road area.

The data was recorded between October 18 and October 24, 2020.

See the 13 areas in Scotland with the highest rates of Coronavirus infection.

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9. The Inch

The Inch area in Edinburgh recorded nine new cases of coronavirus between October 18 and October 24. This area has a population of 5,075 people. Photo: JPIMedia

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10. Marchmont East and Sciennes

Nine new coronavirus cases were recorded in Marchmont East and Sciennes in Edinburgh over the seven day period. This area of the city has a population of 4,844. Photo: Google