Woodhouse & Burley: Affordable, Convenient, Connected

Unbeatable Location

• 10 minutes walk to University of Leeds
• 10 minutes walk to Leeds city centre
• 5 minutes to Woodhouse Moor
• Best of both worlds: campus and city access

Excellent Value

• Woodhouse: £127 per person per week (inc. bills)
• Burley: £119 per person per week (inc. bills)
• Most affordable areas close to campus
• Bills-inclusive options eliminate hidden costs

Quieter Than Hyde Park/Headingley

• More relaxed atmosphere
• Perfect for focused study
• Still close to all the action
• Great for mature students or those seeking calm

Burley Park Railway Station

Located in the heart of Burley:

• Direct trains to Leeds Station (5 minutes)
• Wharfedale Line regional services
• Perfect for commuting and weekend travel
• Regular services throughout the day

Bus Services

Kirkstall Road, Cardigan Road, and Burley Road routes:

• Frequent services to city centre
• Direct connections to both universities
• Night buses available
• Student travel passes accepted

Walking & Cycling

• University of Leeds: 10-15 minutes walk
• Leeds City Centre: 10 minutes walk
• Headingley: 20 minutes walk
• Flat terrain ideal for cycling

Woodhouse Amenities

• Tesco Express - Central location
• Independent off-licences
• Hyde Park Corner - 5 minutes walk
• Woodhouse Moor - 65-acre green space

Burley Shopping

Cardigan Fields Retail Park (Kirkstall Road):

• Cinema (Vue)
• Bowling alley
• Laser tag zone
• Gym facilities
• Restaurants (Nando's, Pizza Hut, etc.)

Also nearby:

• Two independent supermarkets
• Co-op next to Burley Park Station
• Aldi in Kirkstall (20-minute walk)

Woodhouse Moor

A massive 65-acre park featuring:

• Open grassland for BBQs and sports
• Basketball and tennis courts
• Skate park
• Bowling green
• Allotments
• The ultimate student hangout in summer

Burley Park

• Large green park with sports facilities
• Tennis and basketball courts
• Dog-friendly spaces
• Peaceful atmosphere

Canal & River Access

• Leeds-Liverpool Canal nearby
• River Aire walking paths
• Beautiful hidden green spaces
• Perfect for jogging and cycling

University of Leeds

• Walking Distance: 10-15 minutes
• Main Campus: Direct walking route
• Library Access: Close to Brotherton and Edward Boyle libraries
• Student Union: Easy access

Leeds Beckett University

• City Campus: 15 minutes walk
• Headingley Campus: 20 minutes by bus
• Regular bus connections

Woodhouse

• Victorian Architecture: Red-brick terraced houses (1899-1903)
• Student Community: Mix of UK and international students
• Convenient: Between university and city centre
• Vibrant: Close to Hyde Park Corner's independent scene

Burley (The Cardigan Triangle)

• Historic Area: Red-brick terraces from 1899-1903
• Transport Hub: Burley Park Station central
• Mixed Community: Students and young professionals
• Family-Friendly: Quieter streets, more spacious properties

Rental Comparison

• Woodhouse: £127/week per person (inc. bills)
• Burley: £119/week per person (inc. bills)
• 20-25% cheaper than city centre
• Similar prices to Hyde Park but often larger rooms

Living Costs

• ✅ Cheaper than Headingley and city centre
• ✅ Walking distance saves transport costs
• ✅ Cardigan Fields offers affordable entertainment
• ✅ Multiple budget supermarkets
• ✅ Student discounts widely available

Victorian Terraced Houses

• 3-7 bedroom student houses
• Period features with modern kitchens/bathrooms
• Generous room sizes
• Gardens (front and/or back)
• Traditional student living

Modern Conversions

• Flats in converted buildings
• En-suite options available
• Smaller groups (2-4 people)
• Often bills-inclusive

Shared Houses

• Mixed student groups
• Affordable bills-inclusive packages
• Close-knit community living

Haus Properties offers excellent student accommodation throughout Woodhouse and Burley:

• ✅ Affordable Pricing - Best value near campus
• ✅ Quality Properties - Well-maintained homes
• ✅ Bills-Inclusive Options - Transparent costs
• ✅ Quick Maintenance - Responsive service
• ✅ Multi-Language Support - 8 languages available

Contact Us:

Haus Student Hyde Park

78 Brudenell Road, Hyde Park

Leeds LS6 1EG

Phone: 0113 887 7259

Email: hydepark@haus-properties.com

Which is better: Woodhouse or Burley?

Woodhouse is slightly closer to campus and Hyde Park Corner. Burley has Burley Park Station and Cardigan Fields entertainment. Both are excellent value and quiet.

How far to University of Leeds?

10-15 minutes walking from both areas to the main campus.

Are these areas safe?

Yes, both are established residential areas with good lighting, regular police presence, and active community schemes.

What's the social scene like?

Quieter than Headingley/Hyde Park but Hyde Park Corner is 5 minutes away. Perfect if you want calm at home and action nearby.

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