These are the 15 worst hit areas in Edinburgh for Covid-19 related deaths
For the first time, figures have been published showing the number of Covid-19 related deaths by local area in Edinburgh.
Data from the National Records of Scotland (NRS) shows both the death rate and total number of deaths recorded in 111 localised city zones, up to the end of May, based on where these people were living at the time.
It is worth considering that the location of care homes across Edinburgh could have a bearing on the figures, given that 47 per cent of all Covid-19 related deaths in Scotland have been in such settings.
NRS data released today shows that the total number of people in Scotland with Covid-19 listed on their death certificate is 4,070 as of Sunday, June 14th, with 70 deaths registered in the past week - 19 less than the previous week.
Here are the the top 15 worst hit areas in Edinburgh for Covid-19 related death death rates – based on 2018 population figures – up to the the end of May...
NRS data released today shows that the total number of people in Scotland with Covid-19 listed on their death certificate is 4,070 as of Sunday, June 14th, with 70 deaths registered in the past week - 19 less than the previous week.
5. Bonnington
12 Covid-19 related deaths were recorded for Bonnington, which has a death rate of 317.3/100,000 based on a population of 3,782. A total 7.2 per cent of residents here are aged over 70. Photo: Google
6. Granton and Royston Mains
12 Covid-19 related deaths in total with a death rate of 303.1/100,000, based on a population of 3,959. The area has 10.5 per cent of its population over 70. Photo: Google
7. Clovenstone and Wester Hailes
10 Covid-19 related deaths reported which equates to a death rate of 271.4/100,000, based on a local population of 3,685. Just 4.7 per cent of the population here are aged over 70. Photo: Google
8. Moredun and Craigour
A total of eight Covid-19 linked deaths - a death rate of 246.5/100,000 - has been recorded in this area, which has a population of 3,246. 13.1 per cent of this area's population is aged over 70. Photo: Google