Frequently Asked Questions

Some students in Colchester start looking for student accommodation in late October, but the biggest push comes in early December.

So far in the 2026-27 letting season, the Colchester student accommodation you can find on the UniHomes website costs an average of £180.69 per person per week – remember, all UniHomes properties come with bills included, meaning that this price covers the cost of your utilities.

The 2026-27 letting season has shown us that most students try to search for student accommodation in Colchester city centre. That being said, Old Heath and Greenstead are also popular locations.

Solo living is clearly the way to go in Colchester this letting season, as 1-bedroom properties have been the most popular for 2026-27 – followed by 2-beds and 4-beds.

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