The James, Sheffield, S1

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It’s really local and easy to get around. The noise from West Street can be excessive sometimes, including the trams!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have been quickly reactive and really go out of their way.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

How sound proof the rooms are, it’s really quite quiet in the building.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great location very central and around alot of shops and great things, the road can be busy sometimes but its still worth it

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Whenever I’ve raised an issue, the building management has generally responded in a timely and professional way. Maintenance requests are acknowledged quickly, and most problems are either resolved within a reasonable period or I’m kept updated on the next steps.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

wish I had known a bit more about what the building is like during its busiest times, rather than just how it looks during a quiet viewing. For example, it would have been helpful to understand how much you can hear noise from corridors or neighbouring flats at night and during weekends, especially around exam periods or when people are moving in and out.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area around The James is very convenient, with supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, gyms and public transport all close by, and it generally feels safe, lively and well connected. It is also within comfortable distance of both universities which makes day to day life easy. At times the neighbourhood can be a bit busy or lively, especially on weekends, and parking in the city centre is not the easiest. The cost of living is slightly higher compared to quieter areas, and the kitchen space in the apartment is on the smaller side, but overall these are manageable and do not take away from the positive experience of living here.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has been very responsive and helpful whenever I have raised anything. They usually sort things out quickly and keep you updated, and they are always polite and approachable. Even small requests are taken seriously, which makes the whole experience feel smooth and well supported.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is that the area can feel quite lively on weekend nights, especially around West Street. It is manageable, but it would have been good to know in advance so I could plan for it.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The building is across from a variety of bars and clubs so it can get quite loud at night (especially on Friday and Saturday), but during the day it is quiet so you're able to get the best of both worlds. There is a small park a few minutes away, many different coffee shops, different types of restaurants. The city centre is a short walk away. Multiple tram lines and bus routes are available.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

If I had any problems the building management responded very quickly and efficiently.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I didn't know that the street was so loud at night, but once you put the second window down it is fine and any other noise becomes background noise. The events thrown by the staff are so amazing and a great way to meet with other residences, my advice would be to go to as many as you can even if you feel uncomfortable at first. You'll find at least one person who you feel comfortable with.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great bars, restaurants, shops, gyms and activities to do. Also a nice Turkish bath house close by. People are nice and friendly . Great place to live.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have immediately fixed any issues I have raised

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The building is opposite student bars/clubs. In the day it is quiet but during the night it can be loud. The rooms are fitted with two windows so sleeping has never been an issue for me. But stepping outside during late hours, is like being in a rave. I personally quite like it but I guess it depends on the individual. I can easily retreat to my room for some quiet or I can go outside and enjoy the fun.