Life in Sheffield suburb with ‘nice mix’ ranked one of UK’s ‘coolest’
Sheffield’s Crookes neighbourhood has been named among the UK’s “coolest” for 2026 by Time Out, and residents say its appeal comes from balancing a community feel with easy access to the city centre. The recognition reflects a change from its reputation as mainly a student area towards a more self-contained neighbourhood.
Locals pointed to its green spaces and views, nearby schools, independent cafés and restaurants, and bus links to central Sheffield, less than two miles away. One visitor said the journey to the centre takes about ten minutes by bus, while residents also praised affordable food and places for children to explore. Some locals took issue with the review appearing to group Crookes with neighbouring Crookesmoor, where Weston Park and Crookes Valley Park are located.
- Crookes made Time Out’s coolest UK neighbourhoods list for 2026.
- Residents value its green spaces, community feel and city links.
- Locals distinguish Crookes from neighbouring Crookesmoor.
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Crookes is a neighbourhood in Sheffield, less than two miles from the city centre and easily accessible by bus, taking around ten minutes to reach central areas. For many years it was known primarily as a student area, though its character and reputation have evolved significantly in more recent times.
Residents value the neighbourhood for what they describe as a balance between community atmosphere and convenient city access. The area offers green spaces with views, independent cafés and restaurants, nearby schools, and affordable food, alongside places for children to explore.