Staniforth House, Birmingham

Unite Students - Staniforth House is a popular student accommodation in Birmingham that enjoys a prime location close to universities and the city centre. Located at Staniforth Street, B4 7DN, Staniforth House is only a 5-minute walk from both Aston University and Birmingham City University campuses. The Birmingham City Centre is also a 10-minute walk, putting you at the heart of the city with the best amenities the city has to offer. There are also two train stations within a 10-minute walk, perfect for travelling to nearby cities. At Staniforth House, you will enjoy excellent communal facilities, including study spaces, a common room with a free pool and foosball, a courtyard outside for barbecues, and panoramic views of the city in the rooftop garden. Book your perfect home for 2025/26, and enjoy your best student life at Staniforth House Birmingham.

*Please Note: During the 2025/26 academic year, Unite Students - Staniforth House will carry out building works between 8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday. You will hear noise during working hours and experience reduced light levels at times. The property will communicate notice before starting and update the process.

Features

Unite Students - Staniforth House is home to 586 students and offers contemporary living in the heart of the UK's second city. Both en-suites and studios are available for different lifestyles.

• En-suite is the most common type of room at Staniforth House, offering private bathrooms to ensure privacy. 5-7 students share the kitchen and living room. A 3/4 bed, wardrobe, desk, and chair are common in the room. There is also a shared large lounge and kitchen area.
• Studio rooms are more suitable for students who prefer an independent living experience. They include a private bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom, providing a separate living space. Rooms and kitchens are fully furnished so that you can move in directly.

Staniforth House aims to provide not only a place to live but also a home where students can relax and have a good time. There is a dedicated study space for students to focus on uni work, a common room with a free pool and foosball, comfy sofas to compete and chat with flatmates, a cinema room to enjoy the latest series, as well as a courtyard, rooftop garden, and more.

• Social Areas: common room and outdoor social space to make new friends.
• Study: communal study space dedicated to helping you focus.
• Relax: cinema room, rooftop garden, courtyard.
• Facilities: Laundry, bike storage, vending machine, recycling, printing (extra charge)
• Living Essentials (free): heating, water, gas, electric, WiFi, broadband, Unite Students apps.

Location and What's Hot? 

Unite Students - Staniforth House is located in the heart of Birmingham with a 10-minute walk to the City Centre, near popular shopping centres, bars, and supermarkets.

• Supermarkets: Tesco Express is a 3-minute walk from the accommodation.
• Restaurants: BRGRI Birmingham (1 min walk), african restaurant(4 min walk), Rio's Piri Piri (7 min walk), The Chicken Hut (8 min walk), etc.
• Nightlife: The Bull, Gunmakers Arms, Unity Pub, Sacks of Potatoes, and more are about a 10-minute walk from Staniforth House Birmingham.
• Things to do: Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum (16 min walk), Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (21 min walk), Bullring & Grand Central (22 min walk).

Transport

Staniforth House stands out as an ideal student accommodation, strategically positioned within walking distance or a short bus/tram ride to key universities like BCU, Aston, and UoB – putting lectures, libraries, and campus life just minutes away. It also offers unmatched transport connectivity with bus, tram, and train stations nearby, putting Birmingham at your fingertips.

Public Transport Links

• Bus Stop: Aston University Stop (2 min walk), Bagot Street (5 min walk)
• Tram Stop: St Chads (12 min walk), Bull Street (14 min walk)
• Train Station: St Chads (12 min walk), Birmingham Snow Hill (14 min walk)
• Birmingham Airport: 20 min car, 40-55 min bus

Getting to Universities

• Aston University: 5 min walk
• Birmingham City University: 5 min walk
• University College Birmingham: 20 min walk or bus
• University of Birmingham: 30 min bus

Security & Services

At Staniforth House Birminghan, resident safety is paramount. This commitment is upheld through comprehensive measures, including 24/7 CCTV surveillance, secure entry systems, and a dedicated onsite team providing reception services, maintenance support, and immediate assistance. The property further prioritizes safety with a robust fire detection system and offers peace of mind through inclusive contents insurance for all residents.

• CCTV
• Secure access
• Onsite service team
• Fire system
• Reception
• Maintenance support
• Contents insurance