REVEALED: Top 10 Cheapest UK Cities for Student Accommodation in 2025
New data from StudentCrowd reveals the UK’s most affordable towns and cities for student accommodation in 2025 — with Bradford topping the list for the second consecutive year.
As the cost of living crisis continues to weigh heavily on students, affordability has become a major consideration when choosing where to study. StudentCrowd’s latest data ranks the cheapest towns and cities for student accommodation across the UK, offering valuable insight into where budgets stretch furthest.
Top 10 Cheapest UK Cities for Student Accommodation in 2025
- Bradford
- Carlisle
- Carmarthen
- Aberystwyth
- Huddersfield
- Preston
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Wrexham
- Paisley
- Sunderland
Bradford leads the pack with an average rent of just £100 per week across all room types. A student renting a shared flat with shared bathroom facilities can expect to pay as little as £78 per week — a stark contrast to East London, where average weekly rent stands at £493.
Several towns and cities made notable moves in the rankings this year, with Carlisle jumping from 6th to 2nd place, and Huddersfield climbing from 8th to 5th. The results reflect a broader trend of affordability spreading beyond traditional university hotspots and into smaller, more regional centres.
Paul Humphreys, StudentCrowd’s CEO and Co-Founder, said:
“With the rising cost of living putting more pressure on students than ever, accommodation prices have become a key factor in university decisions. We’re proud to provide students with clear, up-to-date insight into affordability across the UK — helping them plan ahead, budget wisely, and make informed choices about where to live.”
With affordability set to remain a key concern, StudentCrowd will continue tracking and sharing the latest insights into student living costs across the UK.
