A guide to living in Yorkshire and the Humber

Excellent

69.9%

Very Good

20.8%

Average

6.5%

Disappointing

1.5%

Very poor

1.2%

Best places to live in Yorkshire and the Humber

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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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The James Sheffield, S1

By The James

Award winner 2025

4.97

4.97

(37 reviews)

The James Sheffield is the perfect place for great people, offering a home and lifestyle that supports their ambition — a living experience designed for go-getters to live, work, and thrive. Located within a short walk to Sheffield's best academic, retail, and leisure districts, our brand-new and pet-friendly community combines modern design with thoughtful amenities, creating the ideal environment for driven individuals to achieve their goals and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Studios are complemented by state-of-the-art amenities including a podcast studio, private dining room and dedicated work lounge. Our community calendar, curated by our dedicated on-site team, is packed with events to allow our residents to socialise, collaborate and grow.
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Ranked 1st out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Soho Yard, S3

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.91

4.91

(25 reviews)

Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments to rent in Sheffield city centre, with options including balconies, city views and open plan living. Soho Yard is a community where shared spaces such as lounges, fitness centre, and rooftop terraces become gathering spots for neighbours to connect.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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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.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.81

4.81

(392 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.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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New York Square, LS2

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.8

4.80

(287 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.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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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'.

E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Junction, LS12

Apr 2026

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Great place to live in, minus the heating and hot water issues

E (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Junction, LS12

Apr 2026

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

Good location, plenty of communal events, discount at local businesses. In terms of bad aspects, we've had issues with the heating on a frequent basis.

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

Brian was really great at fixing the issues we had in our flat. He was also really respectful of our space.

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

Frequent issues with the hot water and heating and no working bin chute.


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Lukasz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I highly recommend this place to anyone

Lukasz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

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

Great location with short distance into the town centre which makes it really convenient, without needing a car.

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

Big thank you to Liv and Megan for all their help along the way. They were supportive quick to reply and always willing to assist with anything I needed.

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

The whole process was clear and easy to follow. Thank you.

Manager response

Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience at Soho Yard. We’re delighted to hear that your apartment met your expectations and that you’re enjoying the modern design, as well as the clean and well-maintained communal spaces. It’s great to know that features like the secure bike storage and on-site gym have added value to your day-to-day living, and that the location has made getting into the city centre so convenient. We’re especially pleased to hear your feedback about the lettings process being clear and straightforward—that’s exactly the experience we aim to provide from the very beginning. A special thank you as well for your kind words about Liv and Megan. We’ll be sure to pass this on to them—they’ll be thrilled to know their support has made a positive impact. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad to have you as part of the Soho Yard community.

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Mitchell Turner, Community Host Manager

Apr 2026


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Youssef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Comfy and quiet

Youssef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

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

Very good area. Close to the centre. No allocated parking unfortunately but local parking areas give offers and discounts for the residents

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

Very well. They are involved and try to fix issues in a timely manner

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

It would have been better if it was advertised clearly that there was no good parking areas around

Manager response

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you’ve had a positive experience overall and that you appreciate the design of the building, as well as the efforts of our team. It’s especially encouraging to know our reception and management staff have made a good impression—providing a respectful, responsive, and supportive service is something we take great pride in. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the recent hot water issues. While we’re glad this didn’t significantly impact you, we worked hard to address the situation as quickly as possible and to keep all residents informed throughout. Thank you as well for your honest feedback around parking. We understand that this can be an important consideration, and we recognise the value of clearer communication before moving in. While we do not have on-site allocated parking, we continue to work with local providers to secure discounted options for residents and will take your comments on board to improve how this information is shared in the future. We’re grateful for your recommendation and are pleased to have you as part of the Soho Yard community!

Posted by

Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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Alex (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Home away from Home!

Alex (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

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

Lovely new apartment building and conveniently located. I feel very safe and secure staying at Soho yard. Very neat and clean with well maintained amenities. My favorite aspect is the 24 hr gym and how pet friendly it is. Staff here are very friendly and always go an extra mile to help you with your needs. As I have moved in here from Abroad, its give me a feeling that I am at my own home which is quite important to me.

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

Always considerate and respond in a timely manner.

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

wish they had more unfurnished apartments at top floors

Manager response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying life at Soho Yard, from the design and amenities to the location and overall atmosphere of the building. It’s especially rewarding to know that you feel safe, comfortable, and at home here—particularly after moving from abroad. Creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all our residents is incredibly important to us, so your comments truly mean a lot. We’re also pleased to hear that our team’s proactive approach and willingness to go the extra mile have made a positive difference to your experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thank you as well for your feedback regarding furnished and unfurnished options on higher floors. We understand how important choice is and will certainly take this into consideration for future availability. We really appreciate your recommendation and are glad to have you as part of the Soho Yard community!

Posted by

Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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Chris Bell (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Life at Soho yard

Chris Bell (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

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

Soho yard is very convenient for me as I work in the city centre as soon as I enter the complex it feels like I’m stepping away from the busy city the site is very relaxed and the staff are always happy to see you and have a quick chat

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

The friendly staff are always on hand to answer and question we have and are very prompt in giving answers and solutions

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

It’s a shame there’s two empty retail units on each building would make a great cafe or bistro especially in summer

Manager response

Thank you Chris for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and positive review of your experience at Soho Yard. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying your apartment, especially the views and spacious, modern design—it’s something we’re very proud of. It’s also great to know that the sense of community, resident events, and the welcoming atmosphere from our team have made a difference to your day-to-day experience. Creating a place that feels both vibrant and relaxing is exactly what we aim for, so your comments really mean a lot! Kind regards,

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Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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