Sheffield Inspires.
Always has.
Always will.
Across culture, industry, leisure, society and the environment, Sheffield is a place that has inspired change for the better in huge and fundamental ways.
At UKREiiF 2025, we showcased the ways that you and your business can be a part of our continuing growth and success story. There has never been a better time to invest in a city that has just moved up 14 places - in one year - in Resonance's Europe's Best Cities report.
Kate Josephs,
Chief Executive of Sheffield City Council
This year, UKREiiF provided a key platform to unveil our new Growth Plan.
We have an ambitious housing plan, with a landmark partnership with Homes England helping us deliver 35,000 new homes. As part of this, we shone a light on new neighbourhood development sites around Moorfoot and Sheffield Station Campus. As a city, we are driving economic growth through our leading advanced manufacturing, health tech and creative industries, with a focus on the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID) and our evolving city centre Innovation Spine and the University of Sheffield's new Runway Park. We’re also pushing forward with key expansions to our tram system and district heat network, ensuring the city’s infrastructure is ready for major long-term growth.
Please take a look below at the various documents and strategies that we made available through our pavilion with the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
"Few European urban centres have experienced a rebirth like this"
The Sheffield Growth Plan
A short summary of the 10 year Growth Plan, unveiled at UKREiiF 2025, which has cross party support from the Council and full industry backing in the city.
Runway Park
The University of Sheffield's new Innovation District, to drive regeneration and growth via this fantastic masterplan close to the city centre.
Heart of the City: a bold vision, delivered.
We have set a new benchmark with the completion of the Heart of the City regeneration project, proving what can be achieved through bold ambition and collaboration. Delivered on time and on budget, the development is already over 80% let, with deals in progress pushing it beyond 90%. It features a world-class public realm and park, offering inviting green spaces for all to enjoy.
The project is also home to Europe’s largest purpose-built food hall, recently awarded Best Food Hall 2024, alongside a fresh and bold retail offer. One of the UK’s most sustainable office buildings has set a new benchmark for office rents, attracting significant investor and developer interest. Increased confidence in the city centre’s residential market is evident with rising rental levels.
Most importantly, Heart of the City highlights the power of partnerships and demonstrates that Sheffield City Council can successfully deliver transformative regeneration projects. It’s a clear example of how Sheffield is raising expectations and shaping a vibrant future for the city.
Transforming Sheffield City Centre
Get in touch
Marianne Hawksworth
Invest Sheffield Team
Sheffield City Council
+44 (0)114 223 2353
