Building began in 1967 at Drumbryden to the northeast of the area. However by 1974, Wester Hailes was identified as an area of social deprivation and it became notable for its social problems. During the 1980s, various community self-help, youth, social, housing, investment and enterprise initiatives opened.

When was Wester Hailes mall built?

1974-5: Local Government Reorganisation. May 7th: first district and regional council elections. October – Wester Hailes Shopping Centre opened (October).

What area is Wester Hailes?

Wester Hailes is an area in the south west of Edinburgh, Scotland. Wester Hailes borders on Kingsknowe and Longstone to the east. Bankhead Industrial Estate and Sighthill Park lie to the north.