Decide first whether you want a university hall, which your university allocates through its own application window, or a private hall, which you book directly and which is open to any student at any university. Work out what you can afford across the whole contract, not just the weekly rent. New students mainly book between…
For the first time in years, the student accommodation market has tipped in students’ favour. Occupancy across the UK’s private purpose-built buildings fell to 85.4% this academic year, rents are rising more slowly than inflation, and providers are really competing for 2026/27 bookings with a vast range of discounts and incentives. None of that makes…
There are dozens of sites promising to help you find somewhere to live at university, and choosing the right one can be harder than it looks. Some let you compare lots of different providers side by side. Some only show you their own buildings. Some are aimed at international students booking before they arrive in…
