jatkinson

Hi Thinking of moving into the Walkley area. Would like to hear peoples views (good or bad) on the area and surroundings. Cheers

I've looked at both Crookes end and Sothall. Sothall is more favourable in terms of the area but Crookes as it's nearer to the centre and work, especially as I don't drive. Can anyone tell me how long it takes to get to the City Centre from Sothall via the tram and if there are any buses too? Don't know Sheffield very well but have slight concerns regarding tram routes and which parts of Sheffield they go through. Anything to worry about there? Cheers

Hi I'm looking to buy somewhere in Sheffield, have around a £120k budget (so not much to work with), and am confusing myself more each day from what I learn. I've looked at various areas and obviously all seem to have pros and cons, however not being from round Sheffield I'm no good with knowing specifics. For example, it's true to say that all places/areas have good estates and bad estates but where these are I don't know as I know nothining of reputations etc. I guess thefore, It's the lack of familiarity with Sheffield that is unnerving me, especially as I have never lived in a city. My job is in the centre of Sheff and I haven't got a driving license so public transport is my only option. I'd preferably only like to travel in and out for less than 40 mins and am also taking into consideration taxi costs when on a night out. I guess what I'm looking for is some advice, but also some specifics to help with this difficult decision. For example, if someone says Handsworth is nice/ok/bad/indifferent, where abouts do they mean? I'm also considering renting a flat/apartment short-term in the area so I can take my time to decide on a property and also to get more accustomed to Sheffield. So far, I've looked at/heard about the South East, ie Beighton, Sothall etc. Handsworth and Wincobank to the East, and towards the West, areas such as Fulwood, Ranmoor, Lodgemoor, Crookes, Broomhill etc etc. However, considering my budget a lot of these areas are out of my price range. Any ideas or help please? Maybe some 'if I were in your shoes' thoughts? Many thanks