The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1934-1935

Unlock Your Edinburgh & Leith Ancestors in the 1934-1935 Post Office Directory

The year is 1934. The world is navigating the interwar years, and in the historic streets of Edinburgh and Leith, life goes on. For your family, this was a time of work, family, and daily routines. Now, you can hold a priceless key to that very world.

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1934-1935 is more than just a book; it's a time capsule. For genealogists, it is an indispensable resource that bridges the gap between the 1911 census and the modern era, providing a detailed snapshot of your ancestors' lives right before the seismic events of World War II.

Why This Directory is a Genealogist's Goldmine:

Find Your Ancestors by Name: Search through thousands of entries to locate the head of household, just as you would in a census.
Pinpoint Their Exact Address: Go beyond a town or parish. Discover the specific street and house number where your family lived, allowing you to walk in their footsteps—either virtually or in person.
Discover Their Occupation: Was your great-grandfather a master mason, a clerk, or a spirit merchant? Their listed trade adds incredible colour and context to their life story.
Bridge the Census Gap: This directory is a critical tool for tracing family movements and circumstances between the 1911 and 1952 Scottish censuses.
Uncover Relatives and Neighbours: Find siblings, cousins, and in-laws who may have been living nearby. Build a richer picture of your family's local network.
Explore the City They Knew: Immerse yourself in the commercial landscape of the time. Who were the local doctors? The grocers on the corner? The banks they used?
What's Inside This Essential Research Tool?

Residential (Alphabetical) Section: A comprehensive A-Z list of private residents, their occupations, and their full addresses.
Commercial & Trades Section: A classified directory of businesses and tradespeople, perfect for researching family businesses or the local economy.
Street Directory: An invaluable reverse-lookup tool allowing you to see a complete list of who lived on any given street.
Official Information: Details on municipal officials, public institutions, churches, and transport, providing rich historical context.
Imagine finding your ancestor's name in print, seeing the address they called home, and understanding the profession that defined their daily life. This is the thrill of discovery that this directory provides.

Don't let your family's story remain a mystery. Add The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1934-1935 to your research toolkit and start your journey of discovery today!