I Mapped Every Property Near University of Nottingham. Here's the Complete Guide.
The University of Nottingham has a problem: it's massive.
35,000+ students spread across multiple campuses, all competing for accommodation in the same areas. If you don't know where to look, you'll either overpay or end up miles from where you need to be.
I spent days going through the data. 87 properties in Nottingham, 87 in Nottingham overall. Here's everything you need to know.
The Key Numbers
Let me start with what matters:
- Properties near University of Nottingham: 20
- Cheapest weekly rent: £95
- Average rent: £148/week
- Total Nottingham properties (including NTU): 109
How does Nottingham compare?
| City | Average Rent | My Take | |------|--------------|---------| | Sheffield | £104/week | Cheapest option | | Liverpool | £137/week | Great value | | Nottingham | £150/week | Mid-range | | Manchester | £241/week | Premium | | London | £347/week | Only if you must |
Nottingham sits in the middle - not the cheapest, but not ridiculous either. The question is whether the university experience justifies the price difference.
Understanding Nottingham's Campus Problem
Here's what most guides don't tell you: where you live depends entirely on which campus you're based at.
University Park Campus - This is the main campus. Beautiful grounds, most faculties. If you're studying Arts, Science, Engineering, or Law, you're probably here.
Jubilee Campus - Newer, more modern. Business School and some Computer Science courses. About 10 minutes from University Park.
Sutton Bonington - Veterinary and Agriculture students. This is 10 miles from the main campus. If you're here, you need specific accommodation.
I'm focusing on University Park and Jubilee since that's where most students are.
Best Areas to Live (Ranked)
Based on the data, here's where I'd look:
1. Lenton
The classic student area. Here's why:
- 10-15 minute walk to University Park
- Loads of student housing
- Cheap takeaways, pubs, and shops on Derby Road
- Most of your friends will be here
Properties I found: Raleigh Park (£132/week), several shared houses.
2. Dunkirk
Slightly quieter than Lenton but still close.
- Similar walk to campus
- A bit more residential
- Good if you want slightly less chaos
3. Beeston
A bit further but well-connected.
- 20-25 minute walk OR quick tram ride
- More of a "real town" vibe
- Can be cheaper
4. City Centre
Works if you don't mind a commute.
- 30 minutes to University Park by bus
- Great for nightlife
- Usually pricier for what you get
My Top Property Picks
For Budget Hunters: The Farthings - From £95/week
The cheapest I found near UoN. It's basic, but at £95/week you're saving nearly £3,000 a year compared to average.
What to expect: Simple room, shared facilities, nothing fancy. But it works.
For Mid-Range: Raleigh Park - £132/week
Popular with UoN students. Decent facilities, good location in Lenton.
My take: This is the sweet spot. Not so cheap it's questionable, not so expensive it's wasteful.
For Premium: Vita Nottingham - From £180/week
Vita Student (3.1★ on Trustpilot) - modern, nice facilities, but you're paying for it.
My take: Only if budget isn't a concern. You can get perfectly good accommodation for £100/week less.
Provider Ratings in Nottingham
Before you book anything, check who's running it:
| Provider | Trustpilot | My Verdict | |----------|------------|------------| | Host | 4.0★ | Best rated - book confidently | | Vita Student | 3.1★ | Good, but pricey | | Unite Students | 2.7★ | Variable - check specific building | | Student Roost | 2.4★ | Read reviews carefully |
The Brutal Truth About Nottingham Housing
Let me be straight with you.
Nottingham is competitive. Really competitive. Here's why:
- UoN is huge - 35,000+ students
- NTU is also huge - Another 30,000+ students
- Limited good housing - The best places get snapped up fast
If you're reading this in January, you're fine. If it's April, the good stuff is going. If it's June, you're taking whatever's left.
My advice: Start looking in January, book by March at the latest.
What Reddit Says About Nottingham Housing
I always check Reddit because students tell the truth there:
"Lenton is where everyone ends up. It's studenty, a bit grimy, but fun. Don't expect Instagram vibes."
"My mate paid £200/week for a city centre studio. Nice but he was skint all year. Not worth it."
"The key is booking early. I left it until May and ended up 45 mins from campus."
The pattern: book early, don't overpay for "premium," and Lenton is the default for a reason.
Cost Breakdown: What You'll Actually Spend
Let's be realistic about total costs:
| Expense | Weekly | Yearly | |---------|--------|--------| | Rent (average) | £144 | £7,344 | | Food | ~£50 | £2,600 | | Going out | ~£30 | £1,560 | | Transport | ~£10 | £520 | | Total | ~£234 | ~£12,024 |
That's living costs alone. Nottingham isn't cheap cheap, but it's manageable.
My Bottom Line
Nottingham is a proper student city. Good nightlife, strong university reputation, and accommodation that won't bankrupt you if you're smart about it.
Here's my advice:
- Focus on Lenton or Dunkirk for University Park
- Book before Easter
- Aim for £100-140/week - the sweet spot
- Skip "premium" brands unless money's no object
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Data verified December 2025. I checked every price myself.