Student Accommodation in Horsforth

Student housing in Horsforth, Leeds

Hortsforth sits about 5-6 miles northwest of Leeds city centre. Whilst it’s quite a popular place with young professionals, it’s still a nice student hub for those who like a quieter lifestyle. Combining suburban peace with good connectivity to everything Leeds has to offer.

If you want a leafy, residential and village-like feel, then Horsforth is the community for you. Student houses in Horsfroth as spacious, more relaxed, and very peaceful.

What is there for students in Horsforth?

You might not be in the thick of it when in Horsforth, but you’ll be surrounded by a strong sense of community, with plenty of independent shops, cafes and monthly makers markets. If a slow life is what you’re after, then embrace all that Horsforth has to offer.

Accommodation

Student accommodation in Horsforth is typically more house shares, with mostly terraced and semi-detached homes, and more modern apartments near the station and Town Street. As this is a more residential area, you may find that rent is slightly higher than in other student hubs, but it works well for students who want more space.

What to do outside of Uni

Since you’ll be based in a more residential area, there is plenty to do. From cafes to grab a quick coffee, to window shopping in the independent shops on Town Street. You’ll be spoilt for choice. Horsforth is also known for its food scene, so you’ll never be short of new spots to try. Let’s break down our top picks:

• Iron Tiger Coffee Co. is located on Long Row and is a great spot for brunch meets and catch-ups with friends.

• Brodie & Flynn is a sweet, charming local cafe that’s a perfect hideaway for study sessions.

• The Fleece Horsforth is the perfect cosy pub for pints or some tasty pub grub.

• Town Street Tavern is a great spot for evening socialising.

• The Hop Shack is a nice, relaxed vibe for catching up with drinks

• A must-visit is the Horsforth Hall Park, great for workouts, summer picnics, or just stretching your legs.

Will I have everything I need?

In Horsforth, you’ve got everything you need to run your daily errands. Meaning no need to head into the city centre except for when you have your lectures. With plenty of supermarkets like Morrisons and Tesco, as well as independent boutiques, bakers, butchers and gift shops. Plus a library for getting your head down to study.

Getting to and from Horsforth

Being that bit further out does mean that having a car helps massively with getting around, but it doesn’t mean you don’t have alternatives. Like many city suburbs, you are still well connected to the city centre, and can nip in and out all day long. However, if you do have a car, most student homes in Horsforth have sufficient parking.

Train

Horsforth Train Station offers regular services that head into Leeds City Centre in around 10-15 minutes. If you do choose this mode of transport, you need to factor in 20 minutes to walk to the city centre campus as part of your commute.

Bus

You don’t have as many options as your neighbouring suburbs, but you still have three routes that will take you into either the city centre or to the likes of Hyde Park or Headingley if you aren’t based at the city centre campus. These are the 50/50A and 97.

Cycling

Leeds has plenty of cycle lanes, and as Horsforth is a more peaceful suburb, cycling is very much feasible. Although it’s something you might want to consider in the brighter months, as you’ll be going quite a distance.