A guide to living in Leeds

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Best places to live in Leeds

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Altitude at Phoenix, LS9

By Khalbros

Award winner 2025

4.85

4.85

(65 reviews)

Altitude at Phoenix, located in Leeds. Tucked within the dynamic pulse of the city, every detail, from the spacious layouts to the carefully selected finishes, reflects a commitment to creating a home that supports your lifestyle. Whether you're relaxing in your apartment or exploring the nearby neighbourhood, you'll feel connected to a community that puts your needs first.
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Ranked 1st out of 24 in Leeds

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Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

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4.81

4.81

(401 reviews)

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works brings a happier and easier way to rent to this amazing city. Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom boutique apartments and a whole range of exceptional amenities including a state-of-the-art gym, work from home space, private dining/lounge rooms and meeting spaces. This is a dynamic new community just 4 minutes’ walk from the station – and you’re invited to be part of it.
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Ranked 2nd out of 24 in Leeds

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New York Square, LS2

By Moda Living

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4.8

4.80

(289 reviews)

Welcome to Moda, New York Square. A collection of 515 pet friendly apartments, designed to form an exciting next generation neighbourhood in Leeds’ cultural district. A community rich with amenities, from co-working and meeting spaces to a media room, private dining and a roof terraces with panoramic views of Leeds City Centre and beyond.
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Ranked 3rd out of 24 in Leeds

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Leodis Square, LS11

By Colby River

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4.71

4.71

(217 reviews)

Leodis Square is located in central Leeds. Comprising studio, one, two and 3-bed apartments, residents benefit from a free onsite gym featuring a wide range of equipment and free weights, spin studio and virtual training system. Leodis Square has a pet-friendly policy and the onsite team are available 24/7 to deal with enquiries or manage and maintenance requests. The team also organises a regular calendar of resident events, ranging from book and breakfast clubs, to arts and crafts lessons, movie nights and social get-togethers. As well as this, the development is just 5 minutes from Leeds' business and retail districts and is only 0.6 miles from the train station.
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Ranked 4th out of 24 in Leeds

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The Junction, LS12

By Native Communities

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4.58

4.58

(278 reviews)

The Junction, located in Leeds is a collection of 665 one, two and three bedroom apartments. The stylish Build to Rent residential and retail scheme will also include parking and cycle storage. In addition, residents benefit from co-working and meeting spaces as well as private dining and landscaped gardens. Additionally, the touch down points at Wellington Place and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal are at either end.
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Ranked 5th out of 24 in Leeds

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Rhys G (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Perfect place to live

Rhys G (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very easy commute to work, good area for shopping and local food scene, great public transport options near by, like bus train and hire bikes/ scooters near by

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have always been quick to reply and have always fixed the problem first time

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

How high the council tax band was but that’s not a Moda issue


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Foo ZR (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

5
5
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5

Great community and friendly staff

Foo ZR (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Mustard Wharf sits 10-15 minutes walk from the city centre, with Trinity Leeds mall nearby for daily essentials from M&S and a solid range of food options including McDonald's, Burger King, Chick-fil-A and Subway. Leeds train station is five minutes on foot, putting Manchester and London within easy reach. For exercise, the Leeds-Liverpool canal makes for a good running route right on your doorstep.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The maintenance team is responsive and professional. A special mention to Laura and her team for re-tiling the flooring efficiently across just two half-days — impressive turnaround.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish i knew the childcare 2 minutes away was closed!


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Samuel S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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5
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5

1.5 years on and still love it!

Samuel S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The location is perfect here. It’s about a 5 minute walk to the train station for weekend getaways, about 10 or less to city centre (great for shopping, events, or a taxi-free night out), but yet just far away that it’s pleasant and quiet, and away from all the commotion. The canal is also fantastic for strolls and runs. Also, Bake and 92º are right here, as if that's not enough!! Plus some great pubs just to the south, some fun venues under the train arches, and more

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management is very fast to respond to any issues, and aims to have things resolved within just a day or two at most.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Parking has a very long waiting list (6+ months?), so if needed, get your request in as soon as you sign the papers


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walid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Junction, LS12

May 2026

5
5
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5

I love it here, thanks to Clinton Great guy.

walid (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Junction, LS12

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area has been really good to live in overall. There’s a solid mix of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and bars nearby, so everything you need is pretty much within easy reach. It’s also nice having green spaces and parks close by, which makes it easy to relax or go for walks when needed. Transport links are very convenient as well, with regular buses and good train connections that make getting into town or other nearby areas simple and stress-free. On the street itself, things are generally calm and well organised. It feels safe, clean and well looked after, with bin collections done properly and minimal disruption. Parking can get a bit tight at busy times, but nothing major. Overall, it’s a comfortable and easy place to live with a good balance of convenience and peace.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management team has responded very well to any issues raised. Clinton is amazing, always quick, reliable, and very professional in dealing with problems. He handles concerns efficiently, communicates clearly, and goes above and beyond to make sure everything is sorted properly. Overall, the service has been excellent.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how much the management and community make a difference to the overall experience. The building is very well run, and issues are handled quickly and professionally, which is not always something you can fully see during a viewing. I would also say it’s worth knowing how convenient the facilities are in everyday life, especially the gym and shared spaces, which really improve the living experience. Overall, it has been a very positive place to live, and I would advise new neighbours to take full advantage of the facilities and how well the development is managed.


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DF (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live

DF (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There are only pros for living in this area, transport, shops, restaurants, bars, everything is a stones throw away but yet still so peaceful

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Everything has been dealt with professionally and quickly although there hasn’t really been many issues.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I knew the area before I moved in, I was shown a variety of apartments for what I wanted and both styles , any questions I had after were all answered promptly I found the whole procedure very accommodating


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