Rochester Student Village, London

Rochester Student Village is riverside student accommodation in Rochester at Doust Way, Rochester, Kent ME1 1HH. It offers easy access to the major Medway Campuses, like the University of Greenwich, the University of Kent, and Canterbury Christ Church University. Located just 30 miles from London, Rochester combines affordable student living with convenient transport links to the capital. Rochester railway station is a 14-minute walk away from Rochester Student Village London, with high-speed trains reaching London St Pancras International in 35 minutes. This purpose-built student accommodation offers 3 furnished en-suite options with private bathrooms and shared kitchens. Gas, electricity, water, heating, Wi-Fi and maintenance are included in the rent. Study spaces, shared common areas and regular social events support both focused work and student life.

Features at Rochester Student Village

Rochester Student Village offers 3 types of en-suite rooms: Classic, Deluxe, and Premier. Each en-suite room includes a comfortable single bed, private bathroom, wardrobe and storage space, study desk and chair, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Students also have access to a shared kitchen equipped with a cooker, fridge, freezer, and microwave oven. These en-suite rooms are ideal for students who want the privacy of their own bedroom while enjoying a social shared living environment. Each bedroom is lockable, providing students with a secure and comfortable place to live.

Rochester Student Village Rochester also provides dedicated spaces for studying, laundry, deliveries, and socialising with other residents. Quiet study areas, communal spaces, and organised activities allow students to balance academic work and social life without leaving the accommodation.

• Study areas for independent work
• Shared common areas for meeting flatmates
• Communal TV space in selected houses
• Regular resident events
• Laundry facilities
• Post room
• Bike storage
• On-site parking by arrangement
• High-speed Wi-Fi

Location and What's Hot near Rochester Student Village Rochester

Rochester Student Village is located beside the River Medway between Rochester and Chatham. Students can walk to Rochester High Street, historic landmarks, independent venues and 2 railway stations, while buses connect the property with the shared Medway university campus.

Nearby Universities

Rochester Student Village Rochester serves the 3 universities based on the shared Universities at Medway estate in Chatham Maritime.

• University of Greenwich Medway Campus: 28 minutes by bus
• University of Kent Medway Campus: 38 minutes by bus
• Canterbury Christ Church University Medway Campus: 27 minutes by bus

Nearby Highlights

Rochester Student Village student accommodation puts daily essentials and Rochester's best-known local sights within walking distance. The Old High Street is useful for food and independent businesses, while the castle, cathedral and riverside give students easy options for a low-cost break from study.

• The Dead Pigeon: 5 minutes on foot for burgers, wings and a casual local pub atmosphere
• Rochester High Street: 6 minutes on foot for cafés, restaurants and independent shops
• Fort Pitt Gardens: 8 minutes on foot for green space and views across Medway
• Rochester Cathedral: 12 minutes on foot to visit England's second-oldest cathedral
• Rochester Castle and Castle Gardens: 13 minutes on foot for riverside views, lawns and one of the town's defining landmarks

Transport near Rochester Student Village

Rochester Student Village London is well connected by local buses and Southeastern rail services. Rochester station is the nearest rail option, Chatham station provides another useful connection, and Bath Hard Lane is the closest practical bus stop for trips across Medway.

• Bath Hard Lane bus stop: 4 minutes on foot
• Furrell's Road (Stop E) bus stop: 6 minutes on foot
• Rochester railway station: 14 minutes on foot
• Chatham railway station: 15 minutes on foot
• London St Pancras International: 35 minutes by Southeastern high-speed train from Rochester station

Local buses run between Rochester, Chatham and the Universities at Medway. Routes 1, 2 and 116 serve the campus area from Chatham, while Rochester station provides direct trains to London and other parts of Kent.

Security & Services at Rochester Student Village

Rochester Student Village London combines secure room features with professional on-site support to create a safe and convenient living environment for students. The operator states that its buildings are accredited under ANUK and National Code standards, while residents can report maintenance issues and keep updated with building events through the operator's app. Students can also benefit from flexible booking support through the Leap Guarantor Waiver Programme. Eligible students can book their accommodation without providing a traditional guarantor, making it easier for those without a UK guarantor to secure their room.

• CCTV throughout the building
• Lockable bedrooms for added privacy and security
• On-site accommodation team
• On-site maintenance support
• Post room for deliveries
• Operator app for maintenance reports and resident events
• ANUK and National Code accreditation
• Leap Guarantor Waiver Programme available for eligible students

Rochester Student Village Reviews

Rochester Student Village reviews highlight a comfortable and convenient student living experience. Residents commonly mention the peaceful surroundings, reliable Wi-Fi, clean rooms, helpful on-site staff and convenient facilities, including kitchens, laundry areas and study spaces. Students also appreciate the balance between private en-suite bedrooms and shared social areas, making it easy to focus on studies while meeting other residents.

• Friendly and responsive management team
• Quiet environment suitable for studying
• Reliable Wi-Fi for online classes and daily use
• Convenient kitchens, laundry facilities and study areas
• Well-maintained communal spaces