7 Student Properties in Hyde Park
Hyde Park lies northwest of Leeds city centre and is the vibrant heart of the city’s student community. People love this lively suburb’s Georgian and Victorian terraces, but the quality of student housing in Hyde Park varies.
At Pickard Properties, we provide high-quality 3-, 5-, 6-, and 7-bedroom Hyde Park student lets. We own homes in prime locations and maintain and decorate them with care, offering peace of mind to every tenant.
Why Hyde Park?
Hyde Park has everything a student needs. It’s a great base for student life in Leeds with excellent transport links, supermarkets, and takeaways. You’ll also find quality pubs and live music venues nearby. Plus, Woodhouse Moor is on your doorstep. The area has a trendy, laid-back vibe, making it one of the city’s most sought-after student hotspots.

Hyde Park’s location and transport links
The area provides convenient student accommodation for those at the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds Arts University, and Leeds Trinity University.
Our Hyde Park student properties are located across these popular streets:
- Ashville Avenue
- Cardigan Road
- Chestnut Avenue
- Hessle Mount
- Hessle Road
- Hessle Terrace
- Mayville Terrace
- Norwood Terrace
Situated between Headingley, Burley, and Woodhouse, Hyde Park student houses keep you close to the action. Frequent buses connect the area to university campuses and the city centre, while a quick 15-minute walk also gets you into town.
For train travel, Burley Park station is a 10-minute walk away. It’s on the Harrogate Line, which takes you to Leeds city centre, Headingley, and Horsforth. It also connects you to Harrogate, Knaresborough, and York.
Drivers who live in Hyde Park student accommodation can easily access the M1, M62, and M6 motorways — perfect for trips home.
University of Leeds students living on Cardigan Road can enjoy a 13-minute bus commute to campus, a 6-minute bike ride, or a 21-minute walk. Leeds Beckett’s city campus is a little further and takes 31 minutes by bus, 9 minutes by bicycle, and 34 minutes on foot.
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Hyde Park’s amenities
Nightlife and socialising
Hyde Park is a residential area with plenty to offer students looking for a great night out. The Hyde Park pub at Hyde Park Corner is a famous stop on the legendary Otley Run. It boasts a large beer garden, ideal for socialising before heading into Leeds.
Music fans will love The Royal Park pub, which features a downstairs gig venue showcasing local talent. Hyde Park Book Club also offers a mix of live music, comedy, literature, and yoga events. A short walk away in Burley, the Brudenell Social Club is a must-visit for music fans. It hosts new and well-known music acts most nights of the week.
Hyde Park has plenty of cafés, restaurants, and takeaways. You won’t go hungry if you’re after pizza, burgers, gyros, or an all-day breakfast. A standout venue is La Cafetiere, a long-established student favourite at Hyde Park Corner. It’s been serving delicious Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes since 1999.
For film lovers, Hyde Park Picture House is a hidden gem. One of the UK’s oldest cinemas, it screens indie films, classics, and new releases. Students can sign up for a free membership to enjoy discounted tickets.
Shops and essentials
Hyde Park has everything you need for day-to-day life. Grocery shopping is easy with two Sainsbury’s Locals, a CC Continental Supermarket, and many other convenience stores nearby. The area also boasts a variety of independent vintage stores where you can find unique home and fashion pieces. Pharmacies are available for everyday healthcare, and if you want a permanent reminder of your time in Leeds, there’s also a tattoo studio.
Sports and exercise
Our student houses in Hyde Park sit next to Woodhouse Moor, offering ample space to unwind or stay active. Enjoy tree-lined walking paths, a skate park, tennis courts, football pitches, and open areas perfect for yoga or aerobics.

Why do students choose Pickard Properties?
Here’s why students choose to rent with us:
- Over 50 years of expertise: With decades of experience in student housing, we know what Leeds students need and want.
- Local knowledge you can trust: We offer helpful guidance on the best areas, transport links, and student-friendly amenities.
- A supportive team you can rely on: Our friendly staff members are known for their caring approach and consistently excellent service.
- Swift, dependable maintenance: If something goes wrong, we resolve issues quickly to keep students safe and stress-free.
- A reputation built on trust: Tenants choose us for our reliability, transparency, and student-first values.
- High-quality homes: We choose to manage fewer properties than other agencies, focusing instead on keeping each one well-maintained.
- A smooth renting experience: From viewing to moving in, we make the process simple and clear for students and parents.
- Straightforward costs: Our bills-inclusive packages help students budget confidently and give parents peace of mind.
- Award-winning service: We’re recognised across the sector for our commitment to excellent property management.
- Unipol Gold accredited: Our long-standing Gold membership shows our dedication to high-quality, safe student housing.
- A supportive community: We create house shares where students can feel comfortable, secure, and at home.
Our tenants say it best. Here, Josie shares her experience of living in a Pickard Properties student house share:
“[I] had a really good experience renting through Pickards – really friendly staff and super responsive to any issues I had.
Got questions about finding your perfect Hyde Park student house? Our friendly team is here to help.


