Student Accommodation in Bristol
With around 44,000 students calling the city home, Bristol is a hotbed for student housing. Whether you’re looking for private student halls, a one-bed student flat or a big student house-share, you'll find plenty of options here within range of both Bristol universities.
After all, UniHomes has got you sorted when it comes to searching for student accommodation in Bristol. We're here to take the stress out of hunting for housing by bringing the best options from across the market into one convenient place, whether you're after halls, houses or flats. And what's more, all properties featured on our website come with bills included – so that's another job you can tick off!
The Bristol student housing market: everything you need to know
How much does student accommodation in Bristol cost?
With Bristol student accommodation, you'll probably be looking at paying no more than £458 and no less than £130 per person per week, with rent for student houses in Bristol typically averaging out at £205PPPW (according to UniHomes 2025). As with all properties on the UniHomes websites, renting Bristol student accommodation via UniHomes means that your rent includes bills, giving you one less thing to worry about while you're at uni.
When does the Bristol property season run from and to?
The Bristol student lettings season isn't too dissimilar to the rest of the country; most students start looking for student properties in Bristol in November, and the majority have found next year's student house by the beginning of March. If you want the best chance at finding the perfect Bristol student accommodation for you and your housemates, you should start house hunting in early November.
Which areas of Bristol are most popular with students?
Clifton is by far the most popular area when it comes to student accommodation in Bristol, and honestly? We're not surprised. Clifton gives its name to the University of Bristol Clifton Campus, meaning that UoB students who like the idea of living just up the road from lecture halls (time for a lie in, anyone?) flock to Clifton in their thousands. But that's not all there is to Clifton. With Bristol Zoo, the Clifton Suspension Bridge, and the Downs all falling within Clifton's boundaries, there's always loads to do in Clifton. There are loads of pubs and restaurants dotted around the area, perfect for starting your Saturday night in before heading on to one of Clifton's other sought-after hotspots – the city centre.
The city centre is pretty much tied with Redland and Filton for the second-most popular student area, but the city centre offers a decidedly different vibe to the other two. Not only is Bristol city centre great for shopping thanks to it being home to brand names like Primark, Bershka, Urban Outfitters, and more, it's also filled with independent art galleries, local cafés, small-chain eateries, micro pubs, and niche bars – making it a haven for those who like to shop small and appreciate art and culture. The city centre's nightlife is great, too, thanks to its abundance of bars and venues like Milk Thistle, La Sorella, White Bear, Tribe of Frog, Lakota, Woods... the list goes on! If this is your vibe, then maybe a student flat in Bristol city centre is the move for you.
If you're a student at the University of the West of England, student accommodation in Bristol's Filton might be more for you. Filton's a little quieter than other parts of Bristol, but with UWE being just around the corner from student houses here, it's no surprise that it's popular with students. Most people living in Filton find that Bristol's stellar transport links make it super easy to get to and from the city centre for nights out and shopping, and nearby Gloucester Road offers loads in terms of cute cafés and indie shops.
Which house sizes are most in demand with students from Bristol?
If you've settled on living by yourself in a 1-bed Bristol student flat, you're in luck: 1-bedroom student houses in Bristol aren't as popular as 4-beds (or even 6-, 5-, or 3-bedroom properties, for that matter), meaning that you'll face less competition when it comes to securing one of these.
Anyone looking for 4-bedroom student accommodation should start their house hunt a little earlier than most, though, because these properties are the most popular by far.
Student life in Bristol
Student life in Bristol is always lively, and the city is one of the country's most vibrant cities. Its buzzing student community makes it a great place to study, with outstanding nightlife, an extensive collection of indie restaurants and cafés, and an admirable culture.
The city centre is the lively heart of Bristol, with bars, pubs and nightlife all within walking distance of one another. Student nights happen every night of the week, so meeting friends and having a good time won’t be hard to come by. From themed pop nights to alternative music events, it's never been so easy to have the perfect tailored night out – even if that means going to a gig or watching a theatre show at the Hippodrome, O2 Academy, or St George’s.
Bristol also has a bunch of cheap things to do to keep you busy whilst being a student. Think art galleries and museums, boatyards and walking tours... There are loads of cool attractions to visit for free or using your student discount, like the renowned Spike Island Gallery (which is free to enter all year round, and hosts interesting exhibitions from celebrated artists). Who said that exploring Bristol had to go over your student budget?
Did you know?
World-famous and ever-mysterious street artist hails from Bristol, and Bristol won't let you forget it. Try going on a Banksy walking tour and seeing if you can spot all 12 (give or take) of his artworks that are hidden around Bristol.
