The Post Office Directory Of Edinburgh & Leith 1930-1931

The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith 1930-1931

Were your ancestors walking the elegant Georgian streets of Edinburgh's New Town or the bustling, salt-aired docks of Leith as the world teetered on the brink of great change? Now you can walk with them. The Post Office Directory of Edinburgh & Leith for 1930-1931 is more than a book; it's a time machine, a census substitute, and your key to unlocking family stories from a pivotal moment in history.

What is This Directory?
Published in the interwar years, this comprehensive directory is an indispensable resource for any genealogist with Scottish connections. It provides a detailed snapshot of the residents and businesses of Edinburgh and the port of Leith at a time when the city was a hub of culture, learning, and industry. If you've hit a brick wall with the 1921 census, this is the perfect next step to trace your family's movements.

What Will You Discover Inside?
This treasure trove of information is meticulously organised to help you build a vivid picture of your ancestors' lives:

Trace Your Ancestors: The main Alphabetical List of Residents (Heads of Household) allows you to find your relatives by name, revealing their full address and often their occupation.
Pinpoint Their Exact Home: The Street Directory lists every house on a street, showing who lived at each number. Discover who their neighbours were—could there be other family members living nearby?
Uncover Their Livelihood: The Commercial and Trade Directory is a goldmine. Find your ancestor's business, see their trade advertisement, and understand their professional standing in the community.
Explore Their World: Discover the local institutions that shaped their daily lives. Find listings for churches (with ministers' names), schools, public buildings, and civic officials.
Immerse Yourself in the Era: The original advertisements are a window into the past. See the products they bought, the medicines they took, and the local fashions of the day.
A Snapshot in Time: 1930-1931
This volume captures a unique moment. The Great Depression was beginning to bite, and the shadow of the previous war still loomed large, yet there was a sense of moving forward. For Edinburgh, it was a period of established tradition and modern innovation. For Leith, its maritime identity was central. This directory places your family right in the heart of it all.

Who Is This Directory For?

Family Historians tracing ancestors in Edinburgh and Leith.
Local History Enthusiasts researching the development of the city.
House Historians wanting to discover the past inhabitants of a property.
Social and Economic Researchers studying the interwar period in Scotland.