NottinghamStudent Accommodation In
Located in the East Midlands, Nottingham offers a rich history, vibrant culture and active nightlife in a small city setting. With two major universities and over 60,000 students, Nottingham has one of the youngest populations of any major city in the UK.
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Nottingham students will find plenty to love about this unique and charming city. Explore the caves of Nottingham – over 800 interconnected limestone caves hidden beneath the city. Wander around Sneinton Market – a mecca for street food bites and vintage fashion. And embrace the legend of Robin Hood and the Major Oak – the ancient oak tree where the folklore hero and his merry men used to meet. What’s more, Nottingham has been awarded a Purple Flag – certification of its vibrant and safe nightlife.
Being a small but highly interconnected city, Nottingham offers a close-knit experience for students that's easy to get into and feel at home. Our student accommodation in Nottingham is in the best areas for easy access to the university, city centre, and other iconic locations like Wollaton Park. Our properties are designed with uni students in mind, with facilities like gyms, communal areas and cinema rooms perfect for studying and socialising. So whether you secure a place at the University of Nottingham or Nottingham Trent, you’ll have everything you need to make the most of uni life.
We have four properties to choose from in Nottingham:
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Choose the instalment plan of one, three or seven payments.
To book student accommodation in Nottingham you must be at least 16 years old and a student in education.
We offer as standard:
7 Day Cooling-Off Period – if you change your mind, you can cancel your booking within seven days.
No Place, No Pay – if your offer is withdrawn or you choose a different university, you can cancel your agreement at no cost.
You can pay for your Nottingham student accommodation in the following ways:
Direct Debit
Card payment
UnionPay for international students
All bills are included with Unite Students, so there are no hidden extra costs. Pay in one, three or seven instalments to suit your finances.
We don’t take deposits but advance rent may be required. This is a small part of the full-year amount, and we put this towards your first rent instalment.
You may need a guarantor for your student accommodation in Nottingham. This must be someone over 25 who can make payments if you’re unable to pay rent on time – for example, a parent or legal guardian.
Our Nottingham student housing comes in three grades:
Basic – our best-value student rooms, with access to all the facilities at value prices.
Classic – Get more space and storage with our Classic rooms.
Premium – Blending modern style with luxury, these are the best rooms by Unite with better views, more space, and larger beds when you opt for Premium.
Features may vary by property – browse our Nottingham student accommodation for further details.
Find out what’s included in your room and what you need to bring.
Student accommodation in Nottingham is open for booking from the first week in November for the next academic year, which begins the following September. Unite Students is one of the most popular university accommodation providers in Nottingham, so be aware that accommodation sells out quickly. It’s a good idea to get your application in sooner rather than later to get the room you want. Book now to lock in the price.
If you are unable to get a university offer and need to go through clearing, you may still be able to find accommodation available with us in Nottingham. To keep yourself updated, join our waiting list. And don’t forget – if you’re a first-year student and don’t get into the university you wanted, you can always cancel your accommodation, for free!
Student accommodation in Nottingham can vary in price depending on the location, size of room, bills and on-site amenities. Generally, you can find student accommodation available anywhere from £70 to £200 a week. If you're looking for accommodation on a budget, the areas slightly outside of the city centre tend to be more affordable.
The safety and security of students is very important at to us at Unite Students. CCTV keeps an eye on all our properties and the only entry to them is with our key cards. You can trust our team and contact us anytime for safety issues. Our call centre is open 24 hours a day and 365 days a year and you can also get support on the Unite Students App.
Lenton and Nottingham city centre are generally Nottingham's busiest student neighbourhoods. The University of Nottingham's central campus and most the university's student halls are located in Lenton. This area has plenty of bars, pubs, and shops that cater to students. The city centre on the other hand is always full of life. Public transport in and around Nottingham is a cheap and easy way for students to get around.
It’s easy to book a tour of the available rooms at our Nottingham student accommodation, so you can be sure of the right room choice. Book a viewing online, or you can email or phone us to arrange one. If you can’t make it in person, you can always use the 360-view interactive video tour available on our website for remote viewing.
Nottingham student halls offer convenient access to the university, but there are other options including independent Nottingham student apartments, privately run halls with Unite Students, and group housing. It’s up to you to choose where you want to live while you study in Nottingham.
At Unite Students accommodation, you’ll get a spacious room complete with a double or queen bed, a desk area and plenty of storage for all your stuff. Depending on whether you have an en-suite or not, you might get your own private bathroom. If you’re in a flat share, you’ll have a kitchen equipped with all the essentials: fridge freezer, oven and hob, and lots of cupboards for all your kitchen items. Our properties also feature communal spaces like gyms, outdoor spaces and common rooms for socialising with your neighbours.
Nottingham is a great city for students. Over 60,000 students live here, so the nightlife, culture, shopping and food and drink is geared towards student life and a student budget. You’ll find plenty of places offering student nights and student discounts, and as the city is compact, it’s easy to find your way and get around. Nottingham has been awarded a Purple Flag to recognise it’s vibrant and safe nightlife.
Nottingham is one of the cheapest cities to live as a student in the UK. This is because the city is geared towards the 60,000 students who live here, offering plenty of budget options for grocery shopping. Pubs, bars, restaurants and nightclubs regularly offer student deals and discounts to attract customers, so your money will go further here than in many other UK cities.
Nottingham is considered a safe place to live for students and has held Purple Flag for its nightlife safety since 2010. As with any city there are some areas considered less safe than others, but the large student population looks out for one another. Plus, the community in Nottingham is welcoming to university students.
Nottingham has an excellent public transport system, with trams and buses to get you where you need to go. The Robin Hood multi-operator card gets you unlimited travel on any bus or tram, making it a great money saver if you’re using public transport regularly while you’re at uni.
