Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) - City Campus Accommodation

About Sheffield Hallam University 

1. Sheffield Hallam University distance from the City Centre:

• Bus - 5-10 minutes

• Taxi - 5 minutes

• Walking - 5-10 minutes

2. Sheffield Hallam University has on-campus student accommodation options with an average rent of £3,000/semester. The rent of the room includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security.

3. Sheffield Hallam University follows a three-semester academic year system. Each semester has around 12 weeks.

4. The best month to book Sheffield Hallam University on-campus accommodation after the university offer to study is accepted is June. Accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally start with:

• New undergraduate - June

• New postgraduate - April

• For returning students - February

5. Other Campuses of Sheffield Hallam University

• Sheffield Hallam University - Collegiate Campus

Sheffield Hallam University Off-Campus Student Housing Options 

PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in Sheffield. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:

1. Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent £550/month

• Generally located within walking distance from the university.

• Popular Sheffield Hallam University student accommodation options include Hillside House, Archways Unite, Laycock Studios Roost, and Leadmill Point Unite.

2. Private Student Houses (Private Lets) with an average price of £650/month

• Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.

• Recommended Sheffield Hallam University private lets include 1 Bedroom Apartment Sheffield, Elegant one bedroom apartment, A Stylish and Modern 2 Bedroom, and Easyhotel Sheffield.

Secure a Private Student Room near Sheffield Hallam University Without a University Offer Letter

iQ Student Accommodation, Unite Student, and Student Roost accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students, with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.

Popular Student Areas to Live Near Sheffield Hallam University

1. Broomhall

Broomhall’s average rent is around £225/month. It’s a 10-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include St Mary's House, Exchange Works Unite, Vita Telephone House, and Truro Sheffield.

• Bus - 10-15 minutes

• Taxi - 5-10 minutes

• Walking - 10-20 minutes

2. Ecclesall Road

Ecclesall Road’s average rent is around £230/month. It’s a 15-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include The Gate, Printworks Sheffield, IQ Fenton House, and Portland Tower.

• Bus - 15-20 minutes

• Taxi - 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 15-25 minutes

3. Sharrow Vale

Sharrow Vale’s average rent is around £240/month. It’s a 20-minute walk from campus. Some accommodation options close to campus include Westhill Hall, The Anvil Unite, Cosmos, and Bailey Street.

• Bus - 15-20 minutes

• Taxi - 10-15 minutes

• Walking - 20-25 minutes

Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation

• Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally give discounts or offers on early booking.)

• Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.

• No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.

• Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.

• Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.

• More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.

• Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.