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Sheffield may not be the most famous city in the UK – however, it has a lot to offer students who are living away from home for the first time. The city is a thriving hotspot with incredible nightlife, a great city centre full of excellent amenities, and a diverse and creative culture. Sheffield is also known for its affordability, and is the 12th cheapest student city in the UK.
If you’re unsure how to choose a student area in Sheffield and a type of accommodation – don’t worry. Here, we
explain what options you have and how to choose the best option for you.
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We provide a guide to the different types of student housing available in Sheffield and much each will cost to rent
on average.
Read the pros and cons of bills-inclusive and non-bills inclusive rent agreements.
Does your student housing not offer a bills-inclusive agreement? Find out how we can help.
Read our guide to the different student locations in Sheffield and how they compare to each other.
If you want to live in student halls on campus, you can expect to pay on average between £3000 and £6000 per year
for a 42-week contract. This depends on the area you wish to live in and whether you want a studio or an en-suite.
There are many multiple-bedroom housing/apartment accommodation options available in Sheffield. To live with a larger group of people, you may want to choose a six-bedroom apartment, or possibly a four-bedroom house if you’d rather live with a smaller group. If you’re not sure on who you plan to live with, you may want to look into renting an individual room in an existing house/flat to be shared with others.
You should expect to pay roughly £400-440 per month for a bedroom in a shared house. This is cheaper than other popular student cities, such as Bristol or Manchester, where you can expect to pay over £500.
You may prefer to have more privacy and live on your own, and this can be a great option if you struggle to study in
noisy environments. You can look into a one-bedroom apartment or possibly a two-bedroom option if you want extra
space.
It is a lot more expensive to rent a one-bedroom apartment, with rent costing between £150-£200 per person per week.
Therefore, opting for a shared house is a great way to save money.
If you’re still unsure on what type of accommodation to go for, read our full
guide to choosing a
type of
student accommodation in Sheffield.
The advertised rental price in some student accommodation is inclusive of bills, and some aren’t. When looking at
prices, have a look at which bills are factored in, so you’re aware of what will be covered. Looking for a
bills-inclusive agreement can often make life easier and avoid conflict about who is paying which bill. Read
our
guide to bills-inclusive student accommodation in Sheffield here.
If bills are not included, you’ll be paying for these as a whole house/flat, rather than per student. This can often
cause more stress and may result in arguments among housemates; however, it is often the cheapest option. Using a
bill-splitting service such as Split The Bills can
make paying bills much easier.
Split the Bills offers packages to make sure that bill splitting is as easy and stress-free as ever. You will have
the most effective and efficient packages to ensure you are getting everything you need at the cheapest cost
available. Also, we help organise and streamline bill division between flatmates so that there is no confusion,
disputes, or disagreements when it comes to paying the bills. With Split the Bills, we handle everything so you
don’t have to.
If you want the ease and comfort of having your split bills taken care of, get a
price or find out more about our
packages here.
Don’t worry – Split The
Bills can find the best and cheapest providers for you and bundle all your bills into one easy
payment. This means you don’t have to have awkward conversations with your housemates about who’s sorting
the electricity bill or how much the gas bill is. That way, you can enjoy the benefits of just having one
easy-to-manage payment to make each month and spend more time enjoying student life!
Moving to a new city can seem overwhelming, so it’s good to know which areas are popular for accommodation among students. Below are the most popular Sheffield student areas:
For Sheffield Hallam University students, Ecclesall (or Eccy) Road is a convenient option. It is bustling with independent shops and cafes, giving it a cosmopolitan feeling that students love. It is also popular with University of Sheffield students who are willing to travel a little further to live in this wonderful spot.
Should you choose to live in Ecclesall, you can expect to pay around £90 per week including bills for a shared flat or terraced house. Are you looking for a property in Ecclesall? You can view a large range of student properties available in Ecclesall here.
Should you opt for private housing, Broomhill is still walkable to Endcliffe student village, so you can have the best of both worlds, with plenty of access to shops, restaurants and cafes.
If you favour popular Broomhill, you can expect to pay on average £95 per week for a room in a shared flat or house. View some recommended properties in Broomhill here.
Crookesmoor is just a few minutes’ walk from the city centre and its bustling nightlife, with other popular areas like Crookes and Kelham Island just a short tram ride away. Like Broomhill, you can also expect to pay around £95 per week to rent in Crooksmoor. View a range of properties available in Crooksmoor here.
If you prefer to live with everything right on your doorstep, Sheffield City Centre is for you! The train station makes this a super convenient location. Plus, you’re just a few minutes away from a tonne of shops, restaurants and bars, and the great nightlife on West Street.
Read our full guide on how Sheffield city centre compares to other student areas to learn more.
To find out about other popular areas, read
our full guide to how Sheffield city centre
compares to other student areas.
Electricity. Gas. Broadband. Water. TV Licence.
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