Student Accommodation near University of Birmingham

Discover University of Birmingham accommodation on uhomes.com. Choose from en-suites, non en-suites, and 1-5B+ apartments based on your needs and budget. Compared to the University of Birmingham dorms, opting for off-campus UoB accommodation allows wider options, greater independence, and a broader range of facilities and amenities, offering students more comfort and ease. Also, with proximity to the campus, students living in our University of Birmingham student housing are able to walk to campus for less than 10 minutes, leading to the same convenience as living in university dorms. Convenient transport links will be at your doorstep, ensuring you can easily navigate nearby areas including Selly Oak and Edgbaston, enjoy the best local amenities and be in the city centre, and travel to other major UK cities.

At uhomes.com, students will benefit from the 1-on-1 professional support. Just tell us what matters to you, and we will try our best to help you secure the ideal student accommodation near University of Birmingham. With furnished rooms and plenty of amenities, including free breakfast, high-speed WiFi, coffee lounge, study room, gym, on-site security, students can move into the University of Birmingham private accommodation hassle-free and enjoy the utmost living experience. To take all stress out of your life, we offer all-inclusive bills that cover your utilities, internet, and contents insurance, ensuring no extra fees beyond your rent. Don't miss out on our most popular properties, featuring exclusive listings and offers. Secure the best deals on Vita Student Pebble Mill, iQ Broderick House, True Birmingham, Metchley Hall, and The Pavilion Birmingham. Discover your future home away from home with us, where you can live in a vibrant and supportive student community.

The University of Birmingham (also known as Birmingham University or UoB) is a prominent institution situated in the second-largest city in the United Kingdom. Received its royal charter in 1900, it was the first civic or 'redbrick' university to accept students regardless of their background or religion. As one of the founding members of the Russell Group Universities, the university prides itself on a longstanding tradition of innovation and progressive initiatives, with a ranking of #76 in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026 and #22 out of 131 UK universities in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.

Located in the Edgbaston area of Birmingham, UoB holds five colleges housing over 200 educational buildings, together with comprehensive facilities including sports and fitness centres, libraries, museums, and cultural attractions. Offering over 300 undergraduate courses and 600 postgraduate courses, the university has 25 subjects ranking in the top 10, including Communication & Media Studies, Creative Writing, Geology, Materials Technology, and more. About 26,000 students pursue higher education here, and 5,000 of them are international students from over 130 countries, representing 18% of its student body and leading to a diverse and welcoming community. Together with 31% of its academic staff from overseas, the University of Birmingham claims to be one of the most diverse campuses in the UK, leading to a dynamic community for every student to study, challenge, and grow.

The University of Birmingham enjoys a convenient location in the city, just 25 minutes by public transport to Birmingham City Centre. With the other four key institutions: Birmingham City University, Aston University, University College Birmingham, and Newman University, student accommodation in Birmingham can be found everywhere in the city, but can also be competitive before the new semester. To secure an affordable deal for the perfect University of Birmingham accommodation, start your search earlier and let uhomes.com make everything easy.

The University of Birmingham guarantees the opportunity to book a room for new undergraduates, international postgraduates, and full-year international exchange students to ensure you get a good beginning in your university life. Eligible students who have accepted the offer should apply for the room by the relevant deadline.

There are 31 student halls with over 7,500 rooms at Birmingham University, varying from £103 to £268 per week. Most of the rooms only have shared bathrooms, but a few also have en-suite bathrooms or duplexes. Self-catered halls are the most common type, and a few also have restaurants. These University of Birmingham dorms are located across Pritchatts Park, Selly Oak, and The Vale village, and there are also some partner accommodations near the campus within a short walk.

Since there is a limited number of dorms available for returning students, most of them have to find private student accommodation near University of Birmingham. Private UoB accommodation has been a more and more popular choice for several advantages:

• More room types to choose from based on your needs.
• More privacy compared with shared bathrooms and facilities on campus.
• Better amenities include WiFi, study and social areas, gyms, game and cinema rooms, laundry, bike storage, courtyard, security measures, and sometimes even free weekday breakfast.
• No offer, no visa, no pay. Easy cancellation policy.
• Staying with your friends is easy compared to living in university dorms.
• Flexible stays for just several weeks are available with uhomes.com.
• Exclusive listings and offers, various discounts with uhomes.com.
• Easy booking process with our 24/7 assistance.

uhomes.com has the best University of Birmingham accommodation with a prime location near campus and transport links, modern amenities, and affordability. We provide Birmingham University accommodation with proximity to campus, and students can expect a less than 10-minute walk to class, enjoying the perfect convenience without missing any university activities. These Birmingham Uni accommodations also come with furnished rooms and various community facilities, including but not limited to study rooms, games rooms, laundries, gyms, cinema rooms, and some even offer free weekday breakfasts. With an easy search and book process, together with our 24/7 free assistance, you do not have to do the hard work and worry about details. Check out our best University of Birmingham accommodation:

1. Vita Student Pebble Mill
2. iQ Broderick House
3. true Birmingham
4. Metchley Hall
5. The Pavilion Birmingham
6. Beechenhurst House
7. Selly Oak Court
8. Athena Studios
9. The Toybox
10. Cadnam Hall

For cheap University of Birmingham accommodation, there are many shared housing options in affordable areas like Selly Oak and Edgbaston. uhomes.com offers affordable student accommodation near University of Birmingham starting from £88 per week. To help you save more money, all bills are included in the rent without extra expenses, and you may also find various discounts for booking. Another advantage of choosing uhomes.com is that we have in-depth cooperation with local property providers to offer exclusive listings and exclusive offers that you can only enjoy with us. These budget-friendly Birmingham University accommodations offer equally comfortable furnished rooms and communal facilities such as free WiFi, gyms, social areas, laundries and study rooms. In addition, our flats are not sloppy when it comes to security, offering 24-hour CCTV and access control systems to keep you safe. Our cheap University of Birmingham accommodations include:

1. Brass Founders (from £114/week)
2. Canvas The Old Fire Station (from £134/week)
3. Canalside (from £135/week)
4. Calthorpe Court (from £148/week)
5. Canvas The Heights (from £148/week)
6. Bagot Street (from £148/week)
7. Queen's Hospital Close (from £152/week)
8. Beech Gardens (from £154/week)
9. Belgrave View (from £154/week)
10. Battery Park (from £156/week)

The best areas for University of Birmingham accommodation typically include Selly Oak, Edgbaston, and the City Centre. Selly Oak and Edgbaston are popular student areas with proximity to campus, while the city centre enjoys convenient transport links and the best amenities.Located in the southwest of the city, the University of Birmingham is surrounded by several popular neighbourhoods and bustling student hubs. Each area offers unique features and a wide range of quality housing options. Check a detailed list of the best areas for Birmingham University accommodation:

1. Selly Oak

Selly Oak enjoys proximity to the Uni of Birmingham, students can get to campus with an average 7 minutes by bike or 12 minute by bus. It is one of the most vibrant hubs for students with pubs, eateries, and shops. Apart from comprehensive bus routes, this area also has its own Selly Oak train station for students to travel around. UoB accom in Selly Oak tends to be affordable compared to that in the heart of the city.

• Distance: 10-15 minutes by bus
• Rental Price: £100 to £200 per week
• UoB accommodation near Selly Oak: Selly Oak Court, Selly Oak Apartments

2. Edgbaston

Edgbaston is where the University of Birmingham main campus located with a 5-minute bike or a 10-minute bus or a 19-minute walk. Compared to Selly Oak, this area enjoys more green spaces like Cannon Hill Park. Students living in Birmingham University accommodation will enjoy a more peaceful and beautiful environment.

• Distance: 10 minutes by bus, or 15-20 minutes on foot
• Rental Price: £120 to £250 per week
• Birmingham University accommodation near Edgbaston: Calthorpe Court, Queen's Hospital Close 

3. Birmingham City Centre

The City Centre is also reachable from the University of Birmingham, with a 22-minute direct bus trip by X21 Platinum or X22 Platinum. This area boasts excellent transport links, putting everything you like at your doorstep. From Bullring and Grand Central, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Symphony Hall, Birmingham Hippodrome, to the Birmingham New Street station, living in your University of Birmingham student housing here and enjoy the vibrant city life.

• Distance: 20-30 minutes by bus
• Rental Price: £150 to £300 per week
• Birmingham Uni accommodation near city centre: true Birmingham, Canvas The Old Fire Station 

The average cost of living in Birmingham for a student is around £250 to £500 per week. Students attending the University of Birmingham can expect a lower cost of living than in other cities like London and Manchester, mainly due to the affordable prices of UoB accommodation. To save more money, except for planning in advance, find an all-inclusive house to save utility fees, furnish rooms with a kitchen to save money on furniture, and cook by yourself. Here is a detailed breakdown of the cost of living for Birmingham University students:

Total: £250 to £500 per week

1. University of Birmingham Accommodation

University of Birmingham dorms: £103 to £268 per week

Off-campus UoB accommodation: £120 to £300 per week

3. Food: £100 to £200 per week

4. Utility Fee: £15 to £20 per week

5. Transport: £10 to £20 per week

6. Entertainment: £20 to £100 per week

The University of Birmingham is located on the south side of the city, and enjoys easy access to diverse transport ways, from buses and trams to walking, cycling, and rail. Students will benefit from the extensive public transport network in the UK's second-largest city, leading to an easy trip, no matter whether from your campus to Birmingham Uni accommodation, the buzzing city centre, or nearby cities. Here is a detailed breakdown to help you navigate around the University of Birmingham:

1. Bus
   You can take the 61, 63, 41, 48, 76, X21, X22, 19, 20, and 20A bus lines to arrive directly at campus from your Uni of Birmingham accommodation, the City Centre, train stations, and other neighbourhoods. University of Birmingham students can also benefit from exclusive discounted bus passes with National Express West Midlands. You can choose from a student four-week ticket or a monthly direct debit ticket (at least 9 months), and enjoy a 20% discount if you purchase through the University of Birmingham student bus pass portal.
2. Tram
   The nearest tram (West Midlands Metro) station to the University of Birmingham is Edgbaston Village, which is about a 20-25 minute walk from the main campus. The station is on Line 3, connecting to the city centre in about 14 minutes. You can buy single journey tickets, or day passes for unlimited travel within specific zones for a day, a week or more.
3. Train
   The University railway station is a 5-minute walk west from the University of Birmingham, with Manchester to the north and London to the south. Students also have quick access to Birmingham's city centre. A 16-25 Railcard will allow you to save 1/3 on single and return journeys throughout Great Britain.
4. Cycling
   Students who prefer a low-carbon way of travelling can also choose to cycle to the campus if your university of Birmingham student accommodation is not far away. There are dedicated cycle lanes alongside the highway from the city centre to the campus, including the A38 Blue Cycle Route, Worcester & Birmingham Canal, and National Cycle Network: Route number 5. Bike sheds can be found throughout the University to protect your property, and many of our housing options also offer bike storage services for students.

Students attending the University of Birmingham are offered diverse opportunities to learn, have fun, and grow. There is always something exciting happening on campus with over 300 student groups and regular student social events and activities from Go Green Week, Coffee & Board Games Social, to End of Term Afterparty. At the same time, the university is also home to a wide range of cultural offerings, from museums, galleries, and libraries to cultural venues. The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Winterbourne House and Garden, Lapworth Museum of Geology, the Bramall Music Building, and more wonderful places on campus will offer you a fulfilled university experience.

With direct bus routes to every nook of the city and the University train station nearby, the University of Birmingham also provides a gateway to explore this second-largest city in the UK. It is easy to find a lot of popular restaurants just across the street, such as Rooster House, Turkish Kitchen, Yakinori Japanese Kitchen, Kimchi Korean Restaurant, Mama Mia Pizza, and more, designed to cater for the diverse needs of students from all over the world.

Night can be extremely buzzing near your campus, with plenty of bars and pubs nearby. Of course, if you want to experience some of the best bars in Birmingham, heading to the city centre takes only 20 minutes by bus from your student accommodation near the University of Birmingham. Also, don't miss some of the best shopping destinations like Bullring and Grand Central and Jewellery Quarter, where you will find a hundred shops as well as cinemas, restaurants, and entertainment options.

If your Birmingham University accommodation is situated around The Vale Village, you will be surrounded by green spaces, gardens, and the Edgbaston Pool. More parks like Cannon Hill Park, Calthorpe Park, Bournbrook Recreation Ground, Selly Park, and more will also offer you places to have leisure walking, jogging, or go for a pic-nick with friends. Don't forget there are also a plethora of popular attractions for you to explore, from Cadbury World and Birmingham Back To Backs to various museums, galleries, theatres, and gardens. Take advantage of everything the city offers and experience the best student life here.

There are also plenty of entertainment options around the University of Birmingham during weekends and holidays. Thanks to the extensive transport network that covers the entire city, you can easily reach various destinations from your University of Birmingham accommodation. Here are some of the most popular attractions in Birmingham that you should not miss:

• Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
• Cadbury World
• The Bullring
• Birmingham Botanical Gardens
• The Library of Birmingham
• Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum
• Victoria Square
• The Jewellery Quarter
• Cannon Hill Park
• Aston Hall

As one of the leading educational institutions in the UK, the University of Birmingham has five colleges offering 300 undergraduate and 600 postgraduate courses. These colleges and courses aim to provide students with a comprehensive education supported by world-class research and facilities. In the latest Complete University Guide league table for 2026, UoB is ranked 14th out of 130 institutions, with 25 academic subjects ranked top 10 for their respective areas of study, including:

• Communication & Media Studies (1)
• Social Policy (2)
• Creative Writing (4)
• History of Art, Architecture & Design (4)
• Materials technology (4)
• Physiotherapy (4)
• Sports Science (4)
• Geology (5)
• Computer Science (5)
• Anthropology (6)
• Chemical Engineering (6)
• Physics and astronomy (6)
• Town Planning (6)
• Theology (7)
• Civil Engineering (7)
• Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering (7)
• Archaeology (8)
• Drama and Dance & Cinematics (8)
• Dentistry (9)
• Italian (9)
• Marketing (9)
• Mechanical Engineering (9)
• Music (9)
• German (10)
• Iberian Languages (10)