Moving to Sheffield
South Yorkshire, England
Getting around
Supertram light rail, extensive bus services, and rail connections from Sheffield station via East Midlands Railway and CrossCountry.
Commute to London: 2 hours 5 minutes by train
Key neighbourhoods
Ecclesall Road
~£320,000Popular south-west corridor with independent restaurants, bars, and a mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing.
Kelham Island
~£195,000Former industrial area transformed into a trendy neighbourhood with craft breweries, street food, and converted apartments.
Crookes
~£240,000Hillside suburb close to the university with an independent high street and easy access to the Peak District.
Nether Edge
~£290,000Characterful Victorian suburb with a farmers' market, community feel, and tree-lined streets.
Council tax
The Band D council tax rate in Sheffield is £2,070 per year, set by Sheffield City Council. Your actual bill depends on your property's valuation band (A–H).
Local tips
- Sheffield is the greenest city in England, with over a third of the city within the Peak District National Park.
- The Supertram is a convenient way to get around without a car.
- Kelham Island has become one of the best food and drink destinations in the north of England.
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