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A guide to living in Yorkshire and the Humber

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67.8

Very Good

21.9

Average

7.3

Disappointing

1.7

Very poor

1.2

Best places to live in Yorkshire and the Humber

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The James Sheffield, S1

By The James

Award winner 2025

4.97

4.97

(22 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 100 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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New York Square, LS2

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.87

4.87

(222 reviews)

£1,146-£2,720 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 100 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Soho Yard, S3

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

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4.84

4.84

(17 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 100 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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Iron Yard, S1

By Centrick - Built for Renters

4.83

4.83

(10 reviews)

Located in the heart of the city centre, Iron Yard offers a peaceful haven for those wanting to live a cosmopolitan lifestyle whilst still having a place to relax and unwind. Comprised of 95 one and two bedroom apartments, the community also has an on-site residents’ fitness suite, private event space, co-working hub and residents lounge. With ample secure, private parking and CCTV Iron Yard is a safe, serene and prime place to live, work and play. Landscaped gardens provide ample outdoor space for residents to enjoy, with several local parks and green spaces also within walking distance.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 100 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

(304 reviews)

£970-£1,975 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

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.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 100 in Yorkshire and the Humber

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John (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
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Martin is a star! ⭐

John (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

Central location, Very close to the Universities, shops, and city centre. There is some noise, but mainly coming from the ring road at the back.

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

As noted, Martin the building manager has been absolutely fantastic and is helping in every way possible to make the renting experience as good as possible.

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

Noise coming from the Premier Inn parking when hotel customers press the buzzer to get in. This beeping sound is constant, loud, and gets echoed and amplified, which can become particularly annoying and distracting especially during night times. The other thing is knowing how badly insulated the building is - especially the state of the windows.


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Olga W (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

Jul 2025

5
5
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5

Happy place to for a city centre living

Olga W (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

Jul 2025

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

It is an absolute pleasure to be living in Mustard Wharf. It is important we live next to the train connections and city centre amenities and this makes the location just perfect! Great transport connection, all city centre shopping and entertainment is 10 mins away!

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

Always on time and with great proactive attitude. No problems.

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

Amazing range of discounts on nearby restaurants, hotel and other for residents


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Neil (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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5
5
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5

Fantastic experience renting here for over a year

Neil (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

Location of the property is ideal, easy 5 min walk to city centre, 20 mins for M1, The Moor is 2 mins walk,

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

Yes very attentive and always willing to go the extra mile

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

Nothing I can comment on, I did my research and everything has been as advertised


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Grey (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

5
5
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5

Living in Iron Yard as an early occupant

Grey (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

Close to the Moor, which has many stores and markets. There is a bus stop nearby as well, so overall the apartment is very convenient,

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

I think they tried their best, but sometimes, surprisingly, the lift failed many times.

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

I don't comment because before I moved in, I had asked a lot of questions.


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Emily James (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

5
5
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5

Amazing!

Emily James (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Iron Yard, S1

Jul 2025

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

It is within walking distance of all amenities, with 3 supermarkets within a 2 minute walk, the city centre on your door step. Great transport links - 2 minutes from bus stops, 10 minute walk to the train station and onsite parking. Bin store for all bins so you never have to worry. No traffic noise

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

Straight away every time, great communication and flexibility

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

That there were better value flats in the building than the one we were staying in


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