Bristol has two universities, one of which consistently ranks in the UK’s top 10. Bristol is one of the country’s most vibrant cities which makes it an ideal place to study. Use our search engine to find student accommodation in Bristol.
Bristol has two universities, one of which consistently ranks in the UK’s top 10. Bristol is one of the country’s most vibrant cities which makes it an ideal place to study. Use our search engine to find student accommodation in Bristol.
Bristol is a city with a strong creative identity that you will notice straight away. From street art across areas like Stokes Croft to the range of music events happening throughout the week. It attracts students who want variety, with plenty to do both on and off campus.
The city has a large international student community, with around 30% of students coming from outside the UK. Different cultures are visible across the city, from food to music, all of which shapes daily life.
There are also many places to explore, including museums, galleries and theatres, alongside independent venues and smaller creative spaces.
Student life often centres around a few key areas. The Triangle is close to campus and known for student nights, while Gloucester Road offers a mix of pubs and live music. Thekla, a club on a boat, is a well known spot, and Kings Street is lined with pubs near the harbourside.
There is also space to slow down with parks like Castle Park and Brandon Hill being easy to reach, and larger green spaces such as Ashton Court are popular in warmer months.
Getting around the city is simple for students, with buses, trains and cycling covering most journeys.
Are you going to live and study in Bristol? Here are the most frequent questions asked by other students.
Most students look for shared housing in Bristol 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 Bristol will cost you £86 per week. A halls of residence will cost, on average £168 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 Bristol. 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 City Centre and University of Bristol.
In Bristol 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 Bristol. 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 Bristol halls of residence will not require a deposit at all, while on average the deposit in a shared house in Bristol will be £344.
All landlords and property managers in Bristol 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.
Bristol Universities
Bristol is home to the University of Bristol and The University of West of England.
