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A guide to house prices in Sheffield

Oct 29, 2021
A Guide to House Prices in Sheffield

The Steel City has long been a popular place to live. However, whereas its popularity in years gone by was based around its industrial prowess, the modern Sheffield is known as a vibrant, cosmopolitan city. This has attracted different types of homebuyers to the area, and also had an effect on house prices in Sheffield. Here we take a closer look at some of the best places to live in and around the city.

House prices in Sheffield

As one of the UK’s fastest growing cities, Sheffield house prices have shown lots of encouraging growth recently. This is positive for first-time buyers, investors and growing families alike, as well as those looking to downsize. Comparative with the rest of Yorkshire, property prices in Sheffield are below the national average, meaning you may be able to get more house for your money in this area. The city and its surrounding suburbs cater for all types of tastes and budgets, offering the chance to snap up bargains on doer-uppers and splash out on the finished article.

Where to live in Sheffield

From city centre neighbourhoods to more spacious suburbs on the outskirts of town, there are lots of different areas to consider. Whether you’ve lived in Sheffield your whole life or you’re moving to the city for the first time, this includes Barugh Green not far from Barnsley and Finningley on the outskirts of Doncaster. We’ve picked out five of the most popular ones below.

Dore

With some of the strongest house prices Sheffield has to offer, Dore is a desirable area with some lovely properties. Around five miles to the south-west of the city centre, it is popular among families on account of the outstanding local schools.

Hillsborough

Closer to the heart of town, Hillsborough is known as the home of Sheffield Wednesday Football Club and has attractive house prices. An affordable area that’s shown huge potential over recent years, Hillsborough Park is a real draw along with easy access to the city centre.

Walkley

Only around a mile from Hillsborough, Walkley has risen to prominence as an emerging area with great appeal for both short and long-term investment. With the heart of Sheffield only a couple of miles one way, the Rivelin Valley leads to open countryside and the Peak District the other.

Middlewood

A sought-after area that also benefits from its proximity to the Peaks and access to beautiful natural landscapes, there’s been some fantastic development not far from Middlewood over recent years.  

Handsworth

Lying to the east of the city and offering great links to Rotherham, Handsworth is another exciting area if you’re looking for a brand new home near Sheffield.