Student Accommodation in Brighton

Brighton is more than just Britain’s favourite seaside getaway – it’s also a student haven, with its two universities attracting over 37,700 students to its shores between 2021 and 2022 alone (Brighton & Hove City Council, 2022).

But with Brighton boasting a higher-than-average student population (where over 14% of the city comprises students, compared to England as a whole where only 4% of the population is made up of students, according to Brighton & Hove City Council in 2022), it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the vast amount of student accommodation options that Brighton has to offer.

That’s where we come in. At UniHomes, we work with letting agents across this coastal city to showcase a wide variety of student housing in Brighton, all on one easy-to-use website. All you need to do is use the filters at the top of the page to sort the results by house size, rent, university, and area, and you’re bound to find Brighton student accommodation that’s right for you (and with bills included, too!).

The Brighton student housing market: everything you need to know

How much does student accommodation in Brighton cost?

On the UniHomes website, student houses in Brighton range from £113 to £531 per person per week, with average rent coming in at £200 PPPW. Remember, all properties you see on the UniHomes site come with bills included, meaning that your rent also covers the cost of gas, electric, water, and Wifi.

When does the Brighton property season run from and to?

Most students start looking for next year's student house in Brighton at the beginning of November, according to UniHomes, which roughly aligns with house-hunting habits in the rest of the country (as demonstrated by Save the Student’s 2025 survey). Don’t worry too much if you leave it a bit late, though, as there tends to also be a mini rush of students searching for student accommodation in Brighton via UniHomes in mid-January and early February.

Which areas of Brighton are most popular with students?

Moulsecoomb has long been a popular student area in Brighton due to it being home to the largest University of Brighton campus, with Burgess (2024) saying that 40% of residents in areas by University of Brighton campuses (including Moulsecoomb) were students aged 20-24.

But it’s not just Moulsecoomb’s proximity to UoB (and the University of Sussex, too) that makes it the most sought-after place for Brighton student accommodation; its wide selection of independent cafés, pubs, and supermarkets help give Moulsecoomb and its popular Lewes Road the tight-knit, community feel that makes it so in demand with students and young professionals alike.

If you’re after bigger shopping opportunities and a vibrant nightlife instead, you’ll probably find that Brighton city centre is more up your street. Home to the iconic Brighton Lanes, Brighton’s city centre is full of independent retailers, first-rate restaurants, and the liveliest bars, meaning you’ll definitely never get bored here.

Kemptown – which is just round the corner from the city centre – is also a popular place when it comes to student housing in Brighton, with its seafront location offering unparalleled views of Brighton Pier and the coastline’s pebble beaches.

Which house sizes are most in demand with students in Brighton?

The residents of Brighton are clearly a sociable lot, as it’s the 4-bedroom Brighton student houses (followed by 5- and 6-beds) that are the most popular on the UniHomes website. If you’re also in the market for sharing Brighton student accommodation with your friends, make sure you get in there sooner rather than later because it’s these properties that get snatched up the fastest.

Student life in Brighton

From its unrivalled shopping scene to the thriving foodie culture, Brighton has everything you want from a city and more. Stick to the Lanes for indie shops like Stanley Road Store (purveyors of fun and quirky homeware by UK makers), or head further afield for Brighton Museum and Art Gallery – making sure to check out Brighton’s cosy cafés along the way.

Brighton especially comes alive at night, though, where you’ll find endless amounts of clubs and pubs buzzing with students and tourists alike. If you’re eager to discover Brighton’s famed LGBTQ+ culture for yourself, spend your evening dancing the night away in Kemptown’s many LGBT bars, with particular favourites including Charles Street Tap and The Actors.

Need some rest and relaxation after your night out? Go for a stroll on Brighton Beach or run along Brighton Marina, before heading over to Brighton Palace Pier and having fun at the arcades. Maybe skip all the rides if you’re feeling a little fragile, though.

For even more info on everything Brighton has to offer, check out Brand Ambassador Maya’s ‘mini guide to Brighton’ video here.

Did you know?

Brighton might be along Britain’s southern coast, but that doesn’t mean it’s hard to get to! The stunning South Downs landscape acts as Brighton’s neighbour, making hilltop hikes an easy hobby for you to get stuck into at the weekends. What’s more, Brighton is super well-connected by rail, so getting to and from nearby Portsmouth takes less than an hour and a half, whilst the Gatwick Express can get you into central London in under an hour.

Read more about student life in Brighton

For everything there is to know about the most popular student areas in this seaside city, read our blog post on the best places to live in Brighton. Our Content Ambassador Shiqin loves to sing Brighton's praises too – so check out her post on the 10 most Instagrammable spots in Brighton for more of her insights!