A guide to living in Sheffield

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

I believe that this is the best area to live in if you are looking to live in central Sheffield! You are within a 10 minute walk of many different retail shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bars, activities, open spaces and transport - including Sheffield train station. I travel frequently out of the city, and having the train station close by was a must for me, so being able to get to the train station in 10 minutes has been really helpful. As a returning Sheffield native, after moving away for 10 years, it has been a great introduction back into Sheffield and seeing how the centre has grown so much, I have been able to really appreciate all of the available amenities within such a short distance. I don't believe there are any negative issues of living in this area! Living this close to a set of main roads, a large roundabout and a football stadium, you would expect more noise - however, the sound proofing of the windows makes these things a non-issue!

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

Exceptionally! Paul and Polly have always been straight on the case when I've ever had any issues.

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

I think I received all valuable information that I required. The only thing I would have liked to prepare for is the heat during summer, but as my apartment was brand new and no one had lived there before, this wouldn't have been possible.

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

Apartment building is based directly in the city centre with easy access to lots of shops and entertainment facilities. As we are based just on the outside of town centre the street itself is quite quiet but still feel safe and the apartment building feels safe and secure.

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

We had a big issue with our fridge freezer, but the team was helpful giving us access to a nearby fridge until the problem was resolved

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

I think for people that are new to the city it is useful to understand just how many different facilities from cafés and restaurants to entertainment venues there are in the local area, as the building is in a very convenient location.

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

Best parts is easy access to parks, work-out facilities, and grocery shopping. Bad part is that many buildings in the area have not come back from abandonment during Covid and the vacancies are unsightly.

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

Yes, the people working in the building do a first-rate job with what they are able to do (report/repair) and organize.

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

Yes. I did not realize that the unit did not include cutlery, kitchenwares, kettle, toilet paper, or other essentials to immediate occupancy.

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

Platform is located in a great location within sheffield city centre. We have a brook running alongside which is a great connection to nature. Sheffield market, entertainment, bars, shopping and cafes, restaurants are literally on your door step. Parking isnt great but the transport links are close by. I had a bike stolen from the bike storage area which is unfortunate. However living here does feel safe.

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

The management team have been great in dealing with any issues or problems raised. Always friendly and on hand. Great team

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

Parking is an issue as it can be expensive. Go for a apartment higher up the building to get great views. There is some noise at night from surrounding music venues but they quiet down after 11pm. It is a city so to be expected

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

Great locations right in the heart of Sheffield City centre. With shops close by for your everyday essentials and a great mix of bars, clubs and restaurants to enjoy and make the most of the city. Easy access to transport links all around Sheffield and for those who drive, a car park is located a stone throw away. Couldn’t have picked a better location.

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

Although next to none, any problem we had was addressed immediately and did not cause any issues.

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

All my questions were answered when I viewed the property and it definitely lived up to its expectations.