About Sheffield
With 32% of its student population being international, Sheffield is a major student destination in the UK. Here is a breakdown of the proportion of international students by level of study in Sheffield:
Undergraduate: 21%
Postgraduate: 33%
Research: 30%
Sheffield is home to two of the top universities in the UK, the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. In addition to world-class education, Sheffield is quite popular among international students because of its friendly and welcoming environment.
Popular Student Accommodation Areas in Sheffield
Popular Sheffield areas among university students are Broomhill, Ecclesall Road, and Crookesmoor. There are a few things to keep in mind while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.
1. Students living in Sheffield’s Broomhill will be near the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University - Collegiate Campus, and purpose-built accommodation would cost around £150–£300/week.
Travel time from Broomhill to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 20-25 minutes
Taxi - 10-15 minutes
Walking - 30-40 minutes
Tram - 14 minutes
2. Students living in Ecclesall Road would pay approximately £180–£280/week.
Nearby universities include the Sheffield Hallam University - Collegiate Campus.
Travel time from Ecclesall Road to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 16-22 minutes
Taxi - 10-15 minutes
Tram - 12 minutes
Walking - 35-40 minutes
3. Students living in Crookesmoor purpose-built student accommodation would pay around £180–£350/week. This area includes the University of Sheffield.
Travel time from Crookesmoor to the City Centre by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 20-27 minutes
Tram - 14 minutes
Taxi - 10-15 minutes
Walking - 40-45 minutes
Best Student Accommodation in Sheffield
Sheffield has various student room options, and students can explore different areas in Sheffield near their universities and budgets.
Popular student housing in Sheffield that provide almost every room type are Leadmill Point Unite, iQ Brocco, Nebula, Knight House, Exchange Works Unite, and Portland Tower.
Discover Student Room Types in Sheffield (Approx. £250–£1,500/ month)
The purpose-built student accommodation in Sheffield typically includes a variety of amenities included in the bills; it varies according to the provider's terms and conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions.
We have categorised the room types given below based on preference and budget to help you make your decision.
Type 1: Affordable student rooms in Sheffield:
These properties typically cost around £160–£350 per week on average and are recommended for students who are comfortable sharing space. They are houses or apartments.
Shared room
Amenities: Self-contained apartment with multiple bedrooms, shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £520 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £480 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £420/ month
Recommended shared rooms include Knight House.
Triple/ Quadruple rooms
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £350 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £300 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £250 / month
Entire place
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £1,200 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £1,000 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £800 / month
Recommended entire place accommodation include 1 Bedroom Apartment Sheffield, A Stylish and Modern 2 Bedroom, and 3 bed house with free parking on gated premise.
Type 2: Affordable student rooms in Sheffield with privacy: These rooms cost around £200–£350 per month.
Student Single Room
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £420 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £380 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £340 / month
Recommended student single rooms are Truro Sheffield, Solly House @ Central Place, Sharman Court, and Vita Telephone House.
Student Shared Flats
Amenities: Private Bedroom in a shared house or flat, shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £450 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £400 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £350 / month
Recommended shared flats include iQ Century Square and Steel City.
Student Twin Rooms
Amenities: One room with 2 single beds, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £500 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £450 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £400 / month
Recommended twin rooms include Easyhotel Sheffield.
Student Double Room
Amenities: One bedroom with double bed, shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £550 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £500 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £450 / month
Recommended double rooms include Gell Street Broomhall (6-Bedroom).
Room Type 3: Sheffield student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and proximity to the City Centre cost around £500- £1,200 per month.
Sheffield Student Flats
Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £750 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £650 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £550 / month
Browse through Sheffield student flats such as Hollis Croft Roost, Cosmos, and Cornerhouse Roost.
Sheffield Student En-Suite Rooms
Amenities: Single bedroom, Private bathroom, shared kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £500 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £450 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £400 / month
Browse through students' en-suites in Sheffield, such as Brass Founders Unite, Hillside House, and Central Quay.
Sheffield Student Studios
Amenities: private bedroom, Private bathroom, private kitchen
Broomhill avg. Rent: £700 / month
Ecclesall Road avg. Rent: £650 / month
Crookesmoor avg. Rent: £600 / month
Popular student studios are Sheffield Star, St Mary's House, and The Gate.
Room Type 4: Students who prefer amenities over budget
Student Penthouse in Sheffield costs around £1,000–£1,500 per month.
These are suitable for students who prefer to have private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, privacy, spacious rooms, and a top floor that is more over budget.
International students in Sheffield, UK also search for:
1 Bedroom Private Lets | 2 Bedrooms Apartments | 3+ Bedrooms Apartments | Short Stay Private Lets |
Cost of Living in Sheffield for Students (Approx. £250–£1,500/ month)
It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Sheffield student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Sheffield as a student:
Food: £100–£250/month on average.
We suggest buying groceries that cost around £150/month and cooking your own meals.
Shop from grocery stores such as Tesco, Asda, The Co-operative Food, Iceland, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Farmfoods, Aldi, and Lidl. They offer student discounts.
Try the Casita Dry Essentials box worth £36 at a discounted rate of £32. The box contains edible items. T&C applied.
Transportation: £30-£100/month on average
Get a Stagecoach Unirider Card for £35 for 30 days and enjoy unlimited travel on Stagecoach buses.
Rent a bicycle from Sheffield Cycle Hire for £12 per day for a daily commute.
University bike schemes: Some universities, such as the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University, offer their students discounted bikes.
Buy a new bike for £200, easily available for students, which is equal to one month's rent and will benefit you for the entire year.
Kitchen Essentials: Market worth around £70-£120.
Some properties do not provide utensils; in that case, check out our Casita Kitchen Essentials and Casita International Kitchen Essentials at discounted prices from market prices. T&C applied.
Former students generally leave their kitchen essentials on the property while leaving the city due to airport luggage weight restrictions. You can find someone in your friends circle and reuse the stuff.
Bedding Essentials: Market worth around £100.
Only a few providers provide bedding packs to their tenants, either included in bills or as an offer. Otherwise, after move-in, students have to buy on their own. Casita Bedding Essentials is offered at discounted prices from market prices to its students.T&C applied.
Former students generally leave their bedding essentials on the property while leaving the city due to airport luggage weight restrictions. You can find someone in your friends circle and reuse the stuff.
Bathroom Essentials: Market worth around £30
While booking a student room, the focus remains on whether it has shared or private bathrooms, but forget about bathroom essentials. The Casita Bathroom Essentials pack has it covered and is offered at discounted prices from market prices. T&C applied.
Cleaning Essentials: Market worth around £55
Cleaning and hygiene are underrated while booking a student room sometimes. But if you need it on a daily basis. The Casita Eco Cleaning Essentials box has everything covered at discounted prices. T&C applied.