Scotland’s capital city and its surrounding areas are the home of many successful people – among them including Harry Potter author JK Rowling and chart-topping singer Lewis Capaldi.
5. David Tennant
Bathgate-born actor David Tennant is estimated to be worth a huge £5.7 million. According to ScreenRant, Tennant took home £1m per season he did for each of his seasons Doctor Who, doing three in total. Photo: Third Party
6. Lewis Capaldi
The Someone You Loved hitmaker was named on the ‘Young Music Rich List’ after amassing a £19 million fortune – just a couple of years after complaining that he was ‘skint’. Since then, the West Lothian singer has only added to his wealth. Photo: Third Party
7. Irvine Welsh
Muirhhouse-raised Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh is worth an estimated £5m, according to online resources. The writer now lives between the great capital cities of Edinburgh and London with his wife, Emma. Photo: Third Party
8. KT Tunstull
Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter KT Tunstall is worth around £10 million, thanks to worldwide hits including Suddenly I See and Other. Side of the World Photo: Third Party