Bradford is home to around 35,000 students, and provides an affordable place to study, while still being able to experience culture, community and opportunities. The city consists of a diverse population, a strong student presence and a lower cost of living that many of the larger UK cities.
There are a few areas in Bradford that are popular within the student population, including places like Great Horton, Manningham, Little Horton and the city center. These areas allow students to be in the center of both campus and local amenities. The University of Bradford sits in the heart of the city, and its compact environment makes it the perfect place for students, where everything is accessible by foot, bike or local public transport.
Lectures aren’t the only thing that shapes student life in Bradford. It has been named the UK’s City of Culture 2025 and a UNESCO City of Film, which gives students unlimited access to festivals, museums, theatres and cultural events at all times of the year. The city also offers many attractions, including the National Science and Media, City Park and the historic village of Saltaire, which offer plenty of places to explore whilst you’re not studying.
One of the biggest draws to the city is their food scene, with restaurants and cafes that reflect the city’s multicultural background. Students living in Bradford also have access to its lively social scene, with regular events at the Students’ Union and easy access to Leeds.
If you’re looking for an affordable living situation, a welcoming atmosphere and a city that’s rich in culture and diversity, then Bradford is an excellent contender, and might be the perfect place for you to call home!
Most students look for shared housing in Bradford from October, although there will be student accommodation available all year round. First year and international students generally start looking in January for halls of residence.
The amount you pay will depend on the type of student accommodation you choose. A shared house in Bradford will cost you £86 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £101 per week, but could cost more depending on what type of room you select.
Accommodation for Students has the widest range of student accommodation currently available in Bradford. This includes halls of residence, house shares, flats and apartments. You can enquire directly to your chosen accommodation or get more support through our live help team. Accommodation for Students has accommodation across the whole city including Manningham and Thornbury.
In Bradford the standard length of contract is 46 weeks. However it is possible to have a longer or shorter agreement than this. Some halls of residence will only offer a 50 or 52 week tenancy agreement for example.
Yes, a selection of the student accommodation listed on Accommodation for Students will offer short term stays. This is most often the case for halls of residence in Bradford. Look out for the properties which have the short term let badge or filter your search by 'letting period'.
This will depend on the type of property you choose. The most anyone can legally charge is 5 weeks rent. Some accommodation in Bradford halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Bradford will be £344.
All landlords and property managers in Bradford are legally required to protect your deposit in a legally recognised tenancy deposit scheme. If you take care of your student accommodation you should have no problem getting your money back. You can check out some further information right here.
