Student Accommodation near University of Birmingham

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.

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

1. Canvas The Old Fire Station (from £137/week)
2. Canvas The Heights (from £137/week)
3. Mary Sturge (from £137/week)
4. Lakeside Birmingham (from £139/week)
5. Harriet Martineau (from £139/week)
6. Canalside (from £139/week)
7. Staniforth House (from £139/week)
8. iQ Penworks House (from £148/week)
9. Calthorpe Court (from £151/week)
10. Belgrave View (from £151/week)

Selly Oak

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

Edgbaston

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

Birmingham City Centre

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

Harborne

• Distance: 10 minutes by bus
• Rental Price: £150 to £300 per week
• Recommendations: iQ Broderick House, Belgrave View

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.
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• Easy booking process with our 24/7 assistance.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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 in Birmingham.

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 off-campus accommodation near the University of Birmingham. 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)