Despite a period of economic decline in the late 20th<\/sup> century, Sheffield is reinventing itself as \u2018The Outdoor City<\/a>‘, drawing walkers, runners, climbers, cyclists and mountain bikers to this former pillar of industry. Perhaps surprisingly given its history, the area is actually geographically one third urban, one third rural and one third beautiful Peak District landscape. Indeed, with 4 trees per resident (although we\u2019re not sure who counted!) Sheffield is purported to be the greenest city in England.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A cultural renaissance via the likes of Pulp and the Artic Monkeys has also made 21st<\/sup> Century Sheffield the place to be. It is a popular place for new graduates to settle, not least due to the significantly cheaper costs of living compared to other Northern powerhouses Leeds and Manchester. Sheffield house prices are also an eyewatering 75% less than London prices and the city attracts strong first-time-buyer demand and relatively quick sales. \u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n With major investment in transport, improved regional connections and the presence of big-name employers like Boeing, Sheffield continues to strengthen its appeal as a place to live, work and invest. Combine that with comparatively affordable property and a growing economy, and there are plenty of reasons to say \u2018ey up<\/em>\u2019 to Sheffield. Keep reading to find out why. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Sheffield is located near the centre of England, making travel to most major cities within the UK fairly painless. A number of rail networks run through Sheffield station<\/a>, providing convenient, direct access to Leeds and Manchester in less than an hour, London in 2 and a half hours and Edinburgh in 3 and a half hours. The station itself is handily situated in the centre of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like many large UK cities, parking in Sheffield is not always hassle free and public transport is a popular option. In addition to the trainline, there is also an efficient tram network<\/a> with four lines offering quick transport links to most destinations within the city. Several bus services<\/a> are also available and Sheffield offers many safe cycling routes<\/a> around the city for those who prefer to make their commute by bicycle. For real cycling enthusiasts, there are organised rides across the city and local cycling groups<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When travelling further afield, drivers can reach Leeds in 50 minutes, Nottingham in an hour, Manchester and Birmingham within an hour and a half and London via the M1 in just over 3 hours. There are also a number of airports in close proximity to Sheffield. Manchester<\/a>, Leeds Bradford<\/a> and East Midlands<\/a> airports are all just over an hour\u2019s drive and fly to a range of both domestic and international destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nearest stations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sheffield Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Meadowhall Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Chapeltown Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n With over 150 primary schools<\/a> to choose from, Sheffield is an excellent place to raise your family. 23 of Sheffield\u2019s primary schools have achieved an Ofsted rating of \u2018outstanding\u2019, with the majority achieving a \u2018good\u2019 status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In terms of secondary education, Sheffield has over 40 schools including state, independent and special educational needs options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are also two universities in the city; the highly rated<\/a> University of Sheffield<\/a> which was established in 1897 and award-winning<\/a> research focused Sheffield Hallam University<\/a>. For those wanting to escape the city, Sheffield city centre sits to the east of the beautiful and picturesque Peak District<\/a>, the 6th<\/sup> largest national park in the UK. From most parts of Sheffield, you can reach the middle of the Peak District within 30 minutes. Or stay local and head to one of Sheffield\u2019s many green spaces<\/a> such as the multi award winning Sheffield Winter Gardens<\/a> which holds more than 2,500 plants from all around the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If it\u2019s the food and drink scene that appeals, Sheffield has everything you could want and more. Known as the birthplace of the UK craft beer revolution<\/a>, Sheffield still sits at the forefront of the British brewing scene. There are an incredible range of unique beers available throughout the city at brew houses like The Beer House<\/a> and The Ecclesall Ale Club<\/a>. The city also prides itself on offering a range of independent restaurants<\/a>, each with their own unique taste. Butcher & Catch<\/a> is one such location, serving a mixture of meat from sustainable farms and local, fresh British fish.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ecclesall \u201cEccy\u201d Road<\/a> is also a local\u2019s hotspot for restaurants, caf\u00e9s and independent shops sandwiched in between a number of charming parks and woodlands. For the serious shoppers, Sheffield offers not one but two out of town shopping options; Meadowhall<\/a> and Crystal Peaks<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to action and adventure, Sheffield delivers. Ringinglow Archery<\/a> has a range of archery activities for individuals and groups. Like many aspects of Sheffield, they are award winning and recently received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Or if it’s escape rooms that capture your interest, Escape Hunt Sheffield<\/a> has a range of incredible rooms to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sheffield hosts an impressive array of events throughout the year. The Festival of the Outdoors<\/a> is a month full of activities to celebrate the growing outdoors community in Sheffield. If you prefer your festivals with music, the Tramlines<\/a> three-day festival is considered the biggest and best party in the city. Hosting an impressive line-up of well-known and local artists and accessible for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of Sheffield\u2019s most famous sons is the prolific actor Sean Bean (aka Ned Stark, Richard Sharpe, Boromir etc. etc.!) and with 3 theatres<\/a> and numerous museums<\/a>, galleries and creative hubs<\/a>, Sheffield is clearly a fan of the arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Originally home to the very first football club \u2013 Sheffield F.C. \u2013 the city now divides its loyalty geographically between Sheffield Wednesday<\/a> andSheffield United<\/a> come match day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With nearly 600,000 residents, Sheffield is one of the most populous districts in England and like any large city, it is not completely crime free. However, the city has previously been named the safest large city in the UK, due in large part to a number of city-wide initiatives<\/a> to keep the residents of Sheffield safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sheffield has also been awarded<\/a> a purple flag for its \u201cvibrant and thriving nightlife that is safe and suitable for all residents\u201d and the city has a number of initiatives which have been set up to reduce crime and strengthen the city centre community. This includes the Sheffield Youth Justice Service<\/a> and the Sheffield Business Improvement District<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Like any city, there are areas that are particularly desirable. Central locations such St. Pauls and Ecclesall attract students, 20-somethings and young families for their convenience and buzz. In contrast, suburban Fulwood, Ranmoor and the more expensive Dore offer a leafy village feel, great schools and proximity to the countryside which attracts families, professionals and retirees. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTransport Links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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