Sheffield area guides
For an easy way to find information about some key local areas in Sheffield start by searching our Sheffield area guide. Alphabetically ordered by area name you'll find all you want to know about Sheffield - from local area highlights, the latest property to buy or rent, leading local Estate Agencies and lists of local area resources.
Sheffield is a city located in the metropolitan county of South Yorkshire and home to a population of 525,800 people [1] . A youthful vibe and a culture of music and arts provides the city with a unique atmosphere and streets brimming with cafes, clubs, theatres and museums, as well as a thriving student housing market. Economic revival within the city has seen house prices steadily increase and unemployment rates decrease in Sheffield.
The climate in Sheffield is typical to that experienced by the rest of England. Summer highs average at 19úC and summer lows at 12úC. Winter highs average at 6úC and winter lows at 2úC [2] . A varied altitude means the climate can differ greatly across the city, with some areas experiencing heavier rain and snowfall than other areas.
There is a railway system in Sheffield; however, travel within the city is predominantly covered by the tramway system (known as the â~@~\Sheffield Supertramâ~@~]) and the cityâ~@~Ys extensive bus network. The closest interional airport is Robin Hood Airport Doncaster Sheffield, located 18 miles east of the city.
Sheffield Property Market
Due to Sheffieldâ~@~Ys large university population of more than 45,000 [3] , there is an abundance of student accommodation and shared accommodation available. The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University offer onsite accommodation, but the areas surrounding the campuses, such as Broomhill and Crookes, are also popular for Sheffield students renting.
The centrally located area of Sharrow is also popular with students and young professionals, as housing is generally good value and within walking distance to the city centre. Terraces and semis are common in this area.
Western districts such as Ecclesall, Fulwood and Ranmoor are the wealthier regions of Sheffield. Characterised by Victorian style terraces and detached houses, these areas have a crime rate lower than the cityâ~@~Ys average. ven more up market is the south western district of Whirlow, where mansions and detached houses are prominent.