Student accommodation, without the guesswork.
Compare halls, PBSA and private renting. Understand costs, contracts and timing. Use student data to see what actually matters before you sign.
Choose the way you want to live
Start with the type of accommodation, then compare the complete annual cost, contract, location and what is actually included.
University halls
First-year convenience, university support and bills commonly bundled into one payment.
Explore university halls →
PBSA
Private student buildings, often with bills included, shared spaces and additional facilities.
Compare PBSA providers →
Private renting
More independence, more responsibility and a much bigger need to understand the contract.
Explore private renting →Student housing, measured as well as explained
The flagship Student Experience Survey gives this hub a stronger evidence base, while smaller audience polls keep tracking how housing decisions are changing.
380 of 500 respondents · structured survey
Read the survey →145 of 500 respondents · structured survey
Read the survey →21 responses · 17 Aug 2026 · indicative poll
See the poll →18 responses · 7 Aug 2026 · indicative poll
See the poll →Structured survey findings and quick audience polls are labelled separately. Polls are indicative snapshots and should not be treated as representative of all UK students.
Five decisions to get right before you sign
Good accommodation decisions are usually made before the contract reaches your inbox.
Accommodation changes city by city
Compare the local market around your university rather than assuming every student city works the same way.
Comparing private student accommodation?
Use our provider guides to understand where operators are based, what they offer and how different room types and facilities compare.
Accommodation guidance built around the student decision
We combine independent guides, city-level research and original student evidence so students can compare the route, not just the room.
