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The Toybox, Birmingham

4.9 (184 Reviews)
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3-4 Bishopsgate St, Birmingham B15 1ET, United Kingdom

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Exclusive Offer Student Accommodation No Service Fee Near Chinatown Free Social Events Near Cafe Near Western Restaurant Near Shopping Center Near supermarket Near Chinese Supermarket Chinese receptionist

290 Beds

Highest Floor 14

Built in 2020

The Toybox is a stylish Birmingham student accommodation located near Five Ways train station and several bus stops, providing quick access to all universities in Birmingham like Aston University (13 min bus) and Birmingham City University City South Campus (11 min bus) via public transport. Nearby is the Fiveways Entertainment Centre, a renowned entertainment venue for Birmingham's student population, making it a 5-minute walk to restuarants, pubs, cafes, and more. The Toybox Birmingham offers 290 rooms in both En-suite and Studio styles, with private bathrooms and amenities to help students settle into their new surroundings quickly. The flats have 24-hour security and a residence team for students' safety, and all-inclusive bills to ensure peace of mind. Enjoy sunshine at the outdoor areas, finish your work in the communal study space, work out in the well-equipped gym, or have fun at the games room. Book The Toybox accommodation to enjoy an exclusive offer with us!

 

What Does The Toybox Birmingham Offer?

The Toybox student accommodation in Birmingham offers 4 types of Studio (Classic, Premium, Premium City View, Premium Accessible)and 6 types of En-suite (3 Bed, Premium 3 Bed, City View, Premium City View, 5 Bed, Premium Accessible) rooms to suit the needs of students. En-suites offer separate bedrooms and bathrooms. In contrast, the shared kitchen and living room can be used as a space for roommates to socialise and learn from each other. At the same time, the Studio at The Toybox is more suited to those who prefer to be on their own, with a separate kitchen and living area and the freedom to enjoy a completely private living environment. Every room will have a cosy small double bed, a workspace, and sleek and spacious storage.

 

In addition to the cosy rooms, The Toybox student accommodation has plenty of facilities in the communal areas. Dedicated social spaces to relax and chill out, quiet study rooms are perfect for students who prefer to revise alone, while those who like to exercise can burn off energy in the state-of-the-art gym. And remember to check the website often for the cinema room schedule. If you find it too stuffy indoors, you can relax by walking in the outdoor social space. For your daily convenience, there are also laundry facilities and bike storage.

 

As for your safety, Toybox Birmingham is equipped with CCTV throughout the building, a fob entry system to all rooms, and a 24/7 security team to provide you with reassurance. If you have any problems during living, get to the friendly residence team who will be on hand to give you support 24/7. All these services and facilities are free, including superfast broadband, seamless WiFi, contents insurance, and all utilities, all of which are included in the all-inclusive bills.

 

What's Nearby The Toybox Student Accommodation? 

The Toybox student accommodation is located southwest of Birmingham City Centre (10 min bus), close to the Fiveways Entertainment Centre (4 min walk) and within walking distance to some of the leading supermarkets such as Tesco (5 min), Premier (6 min), Sainsbury's (8 min). There's Del Villaggio, Varanasi, The Mayan, and more restaurants within a 10-minute walk from Toybox Birmingham to choose from when it comes to eating out.

 

Even if you're away from the city centre, there's plenty of entertainment around The Toybox Birmingham. Cineworld Cinema and Grand Escape are a 6-minute walk away, the famous LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and National SEA LIFE Centre are a 16-minute walk away, and for those who like nature, Five Ways Community Park, Sunset Park and Peacock Park are just a few minutes away.

 

How to Get Around Toybox Birmingham?

The Toybox is just downstairs from the Five Ways Station bus stop, making it easy for students to get around the city quickly. Birmingham Metropolitan College Matthew Boulton Campus and Aston University are 13 minutes away by bus. For BCU students, getting to the City South Campus is just a 11-minute bus, and City Centre Campus is a 14-minute bus.  University College Birmingham is 16 minutes by bus, and the University of Birmingham is 20 minutes; Newman University is further away and is 36 minutes by bus. If you travel to another city, Five Ways train station is a 5-minute walk away. This prime location is designed to provide students with easy access to lectures at any university in Birmingham, as well as every nook of the city, for the ultimate student experience.

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4.9

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WEI**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The apartment location is great, making it convenient to go anywhere. It is also very safe.
The apartment location is great, making it convenient to go anywhere. It is also very safe.

LI**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster 5 Bed | 51 week

5.0

Not far from the supermarket, very convenient, the room is comfortable and tidy.
Not far from the supermarket, very convenient, the room is comfortable and tidy.

ZHANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium City View Studio | 51 week

5.0

The house is very clean and is equipped with a variety of facilities.
The house is very clean and is equipped with a variety of facilities.

LI**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium Studio | 51 week

5.0

The front desk is very responsible and actively helps to resolve any issues.
The front desk is very responsible and actively helps to resolve any issues.

DONG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium City View Studio | 51 week

5.0

Clean and tidy, positive reviews for the Chinese reception.
Clean and tidy, positive reviews for the Chinese reception.

ZHOU**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The housing experience is great, I recommend staying here~~
The housing experience is great, I recommend staying here~~

ZHU**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The room is spacious, and the closet is larger than expected, able to hold many clothes. The ensuite kitchen is also spacious with a great view from the window.
The room is spacious, and the closet is larger than expected, able to hold many clothes. The ensuite kitchen is also spacious with a great view from the window.

ZHANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

Living well is comfortable. It's relatively close to the school and the supermarket, making it convenient to go to the city center.
Living well is comfortable. It's relatively close to the school and the supermarket, making it convenient to go to the city center.

ZHANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Classic Studio | 51 week

5.0

The location is convenient, and the apartment facilities are good.
The location is convenient, and the apartment facilities are good.

CHEN**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The public area is tidy and the surrounding environment is good.
The public area is tidy and the surrounding environment is good.

CHEN**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster 5 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The environment is good, but it doesn't provide quick solutions to problems.
The environment is good, but it doesn't provide quick solutions to problems.

CHEN**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

The facilities are quite good, but the water has been cut off for a long time.
The facilities are quite good, but the water has been cut off for a long time.

FEI**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Classic Studio | 51 week

5.0

It's okay, except for the time there was no hot water. Everything else is acceptable.
It's okay, except for the time there was no hot water. Everything else is acceptable.

GU**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

Good good good, the cashback can be faster.
Good good good, the cashback can be faster.

HUANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium Studio | 51 week

5.0

Good good good good good good good good still good
Good good good good good good good good still good

SHANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium Studio | 51 week

5.0

A very satisfying rental experience! The facilities are complete and comfortable, the front desk service is polite, and any issues can be resolved quickly!!! I like it.
A very satisfying rental experience! The facilities are complete and comfortable, the front desk service is polite, and any issues can be resolved quickly!!! I like it.

ZHU**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 50 week

5.0

Very satisfied!! 3 people ensuite super large kitchen I really love it 555 the room is good too!
Very satisfied!! 3 people ensuite super large kitchen I really love it 555 the room is good too!

DENG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

Not bad, not bad, indeed good. The apartment is well located and the service is also good.
Not bad, not bad, indeed good. The apartment is well located and the service is also good.

YANG**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | Premium Studio | 50 week

5.0

The efficiency of the apartment services is very high, and the facilities exceeded expectations.
The efficiency of the apartment services is very high, and the facilities exceeded expectations.

LIU**

University of Birmingham

The Toybox, Birmingham | En Suite Cluster Premium 3 Bed | 51 week

5.0

Very nice internet celebrity apartment. The staff at the front desk are very responsible and quite good.
Very nice internet celebrity apartment. The staff at the front desk are very responsible and quite good.
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Is The Toybox Birmingham a good location for students?

Of course, The Toybox Birmingham is a short bus trip for 10-30 minutes to all the major universities in Birmingham, including Aston University (13 min bus) and Birmingham City University (10-14 min bus), University College Birmingham (16 minutes), and more. Frederick Road and Five Ways bus stops are both a 5-minute walk, as well as the Five Ways train station. Nearby is the Fiveways Entertainment Centre, ensure everything on your doorstep like store, restaurants, pubs, and clubs.

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What room types does Toybox Birmingham offer?

Toybox Birmingham offers 4 types of Studio (Classic, Premium, Premium City View, Premium Accessible)and 6 types of En-suite (3 Bed, Premium 3 Bed, City View, Premium City View, 5 Bed, Premium Accessible) rooms.

What amenities are onsite at The Toybox student accommodation Birmingham?

The Toybox offers a variety of amenities to enhance your living experience, including social spaces for relaxation or meeting new people, a free state-of-the-art gym, and spacious study rooms perfect for group projects. Additional facilities include card-operated laundry, a games room for tournaments, an outdoor social space to enjoy the British summer, and a secure bike store. The residence team is available 24/7 for support, and a full calendar of social events keeps you engaged. For your safety, the building is equipped with CCTV, a security team, and secure room entry with Fob Systems.

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