As a new academic year dawns upon us, eager students across the UK are gearing up to embark on their university journeys. However, their excitement is met with a looming concern, securing suitable and affordable student accommodation. With the relentless surge in living expenses and a growing scarcity of dormitory options, students are grappling with unprecedented challenges even before they set foot in their lecture halls.
To address these pressing concerns, here at Cardinal Steels we have meticulously compiled the ‘Student Accommodation Report.’ Delving into the intricate web of student housing costs, shedding light on the affordability landscape at the nation’s most popular university destinations. Among the remarkable findings, Hull emerges as the ultimate haven for budget-conscious students, boasting the most economical dormitory options.
Join us as we explore the dynamic world of student accommodations and discover the institutions that offer both quality education and affordable lodging in Cardinal Steels’ insightful report.
10 Cheapest Areas For University Accommodation Prices
| Rank | Area | Accommodation Price Average (per week/per person) |
| 1 | Hull | £95 |
| 2 | Stoke-on-Trent | £101 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough | £101 |
| 4 | Wolverhampton | £116 |
| 5 | Huddersfield | £119 |
| 6 | Derby | £121 |
| 7 | Dundee | £125 |
| 8 | Lincoln | £128 |
| 9 | Sheffield | £129 |
| 10 | Northampton | £135 |
10 Most Expensive Areas For University Accommodation Prices
| Rank | Area | Accommodation Price Average (per week/per person) |
| 1 | London | £382 |
| 2 | Edinburgh | £289 |
| 3 | Brighton | £269 |
| 4 | Bath | £268 |
| 5 | Cambridge | £265 |
| 6 | Glasgow | £262 |
| 7 | Reading | £253 |
| 8 | Bristol | £251 |
| 9 | Southampton | £246 |
| 10 | Durham | £221 |
Methodology
We sourced the data from Accommodation for Students, where it tells you the average price for each area based on their listings. I sourced the most popular university destinations by looking at the highest attendees.
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