A guide to living in Yorkshire and the Humber

Excellent

70.5%

Very Good

20.3%

Average

6.4%

Disappointing

1.6%

Very poor

1.2%

Best places to live in Yorkshire and the Humber

How is ranking calculated?

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

(42 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.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Altitude at Phoenix, LS9

By Khalbros

Award winner 2025

4.86

4.86

(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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 104 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Soho Yard, S3

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.84

4.84

(34 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.
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

(417 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

4.78

4.78

(302 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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Latest Reviews in Yorkshire and the Humber

3439 total reviews

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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'.

Rob (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

Jul 2026

3
3
This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.
3

Good but with areas to improve.

Rob (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

Jul 2026

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

Decent location though the college kids screaming and shouting is annoying. Heat can be unbearable in summer.

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

Kit came to help assist with a hot water problem and was very quick and efficient. 5 stars for him!

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

As mentioned above may want to consider heat during summer

Manager response

Thank you for your balanced review. We're always looking for new ways to bring residents together, so we'd love to hear your ideas on what events or activities you'd like to see in the future. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at clair@nysquare.moda with any suggestions. Thank you for being part of our community

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Clair Peace, General Manager

Jul 2026


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Rlw (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Skye Edge, S2

Jul 2026

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

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Lovely place to live

Rlw (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Skye Edge, S2

Jul 2026

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

It's very quiet, plenty of shops 5 min walk away, close to the city centre but the views are amazing, the estate is kept very clean and tidy

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

I haven't had any problems up to now apart from when I paid the rent upfront the money stayed in my bank but I called and sorted it out straight away

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

The windows are strange sizes and I had to order made to measure blinds as the shops don't sell the size needed so I did have to wait 3 weeks for those to arrive but not a major problem really


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Daniel (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

Jul 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I have been extremely impressed with this development

Daniel (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New York Square, LS2

Jul 2026

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

Living in this area has been an outstanding experience. The community is welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help, which creates a genuine sense of belonging. The neighbourhood is clean, safe, and well maintained, with excellent local amenities including shops, restaurants, parks, and recreational facilities all within easy reach.

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

They have been very quick with any problems or issues that I have raised

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

I wish I had known how the community here is great

Manager response

Thank you for your fantastic review and for recognising the work that goes into making New York Square a great place to live. While much of our work happens behind the scenes, safety and compliance are always our top priorities. From regular fire safety checks and lift servicing to daily inspections, preventative maintenance, and 24-hour security coverage, our team works hard to ensure New York Square remains a safe, secure, and well-maintained home for all residents. Thank you also for your feedback parking and landscaping. We appreciate your suggestions and are always looking for ways to improve. Thank you for being part of the New York Square community and for recommending us!

Posted by

Clair Peace, General Manager

Jul 2026


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Madhu R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gell Street, S3

Jul 2026

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

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Well-managed apartment in a superb location

Madhu R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gell Street, S3

Jul 2026

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

Well-connected to the city centre, Uni of Sheffield and West St. There is off-road parking available and a secure bin. It isn't very loud and there isn't much traffic on gell st. Springfield Primary school and gell st. park is nearby.

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

They have been responsive, though the time taken to deal with an issue depends upon the nature of the issue.

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

There can be some rough sleepers around the area; hence, lock your car properly at night.


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

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Kuganathan P (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gell Street, S3

Jul 2026

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

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Conveniently located and well-managed apartment

Kuganathan P (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Gell Street, S3

Jul 2026

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

The property is very close to West Street and Division Street and is in a very lively location. Springfield School and Gell Street Park are right behind the property. The University of Sheffield is just up the road.

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

When the fridge broke down and the ceiling had a wet patch, they tended to it relatively promptly.

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

The heat retention in the apartment is quite poor.


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

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