London is a global centre of excellence for education, with 23 major universities and over 350,000 students. Search here for student accommodation in London. Find studios, flats, houses, and luxury student halls.
London is a global centre of excellence for education, with 23 major universities and over 350,000 students. Search here for student accommodation in London. Find studios, flats, houses, and luxury student halls.
One of the biggest draws to the city for students is the appeal of many opportunities. London is known for strong links to industries such as finance, technology and media, with access to internships, placements and graduate roles. Students can also attend workshops and networking events throughout the year, building experience early.
The city is also known for its universities. The institutions in London are spread across multiple different areas, with several ranked among the top in the world. This brings students from across the UK and internationally, creating a diverse student population.
There is always something to do; with over 1,000 museums and galleries and hundreds of music venues, you can fill your time easily. Many major attractions are free, and green spaces like Hampstead Heath and Richmond Park offer a break from busy routines.
Getting around is simple once you learn the system. Buses, the Underground, trains and cycling options make it easy to travel across the city.
London is well-known for its vibrant night life, there is a wide selection of student-friendly pubs, clubs, bars and themed events. There is always something on, no matter the day of the week! Entry prices as well as drinks can be very pricey in London, even in student areas, but if you ensure to head out on student night you will be guaranteed slightly cheaper prices!
As the capital of the UK, London is a safe hub for diversity and welcomes LGBT communities with open arms. Large events such as PRIDE are held and can also be seen in London as an act of celebration for this community.
Statistics from HESA from the 2024/25 academic year, show that UCL actually has a higher percentage of international students (26,610) than UK students (24,705.) The city itself is very multicultural and other universities in the city also have high rates of acceptancy for international students.Â
London has some of the best universities in the world. In fact, it’s often ranked as the top student city globally because of the number of high-quality universities, research output, and career opportunities. Imperial College London is frequently ranked Top 10 in the world. University College London is very strong in medicine, engineering, architecture, economics, and law. With so many universities in the area, you are spoilt for choice.
Our research shows that London has a significantly higher rate of rent for students in comparison to the rest of the UK. The average rent per person is £1690, which is 86% higher than our recorded average.
London is considered to be an expensive place to live in due to the inflation of prices in large cities, with rent being double the price of most other places. However, there are many opportunities to get student discounts through student unions, eating out (in-store discounts as well as via using apps such as Student Beans and UniDays), as well as in shops.
With nighttime transport services available and many places remaining open until late, as well as well-lit streets, students generally feel safe on a night out. Â
The safest places for students in London are usually quiet, residential boroughs with lower crime rates, good transport links, and strong student communities. One of these places is Richmond; the area has one of the lowest crime rates in London, as well as very green and peacefulparks like Richmond Park. This area is particularly popular with students who study in West London universities. Themain downside to living in Richmond is that the rent is quite expensive compared to some other areas.
London is generally considered to be a safe city with an active police presence and heightened security officials at clubs. Students should be aware of petty crimes such as pickpocketing in busy areas and via transport like the Tube.Â
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