Student Accommodation near Keele University

Keele University is a public research university located in the village of Keele, Staffordshire, the United Kingdom. It was founded by A.D. Lindsay, the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, in 1949 as the University College of North Staffordshire, and granted by Royal Charter as the University of Keele in 1962. Providing career-focused courses and offering diverse placement opportunities, Keele University is renowned for its over 96% strong graduate employability. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings, Keele University is ranked between #791 and #800. It is consistently ranked in the top 70 in the Times University Guide and the Guardian University Guide.

Ideally situated in the heart of England, Keele University is just three miles from the university town of Newcastle-under-Lyme and close to Stoke-on-Trent, with easy access to both Birmingham and Manchester, just one hour away. This central location offers students a wide range of options, not only for Keel University accommodation, but also for various amenities, including dining options, bars, shops, entertainment, and career opportunities. The university itself sits in the middle of a 630-acre estate, surrounded by research and teaching buildings, student halls, restaurants, cafes, a sports centre, a medical centre, and expansive woods, lakes, and parkland, all within easy reach. This location makes it one of the largest campus universities in Britain, with everything at your doorstep.

uhomes.com offers the best Keele University accommodation, designed with students in mind, with comfort and convenience. Whether you need a luxury studio to enjoy private living or a budget-friendly en-suite in shared flats to live with a student community, your preferences will surely be covered. All essentials you need, from a furnished room, an equipped kitchen, to amenities like WiFi, laundry, study, social areas, and CCTV, are provided to give students a place to relax, study, and enjoy. Although good in quality, the prices are affordable from £100 - £150 per week and include all utility bills. Check our best Keele accommodations to secure a place to call home:

• Orme House
• Keele House
• The Metropolis
• Deakin's Yard
• One London Road
• Q Studios
• Lomax Halls
• 27 Church Street

The average cost of living for students attending Keele University is about £800 to 1,200 per month, covering your Keele uni accommodation, food, transport, and various entertainment options. Although it varies significantly from person to person, it remains more affordable than in most major cities, such as London and Manchester. Here is a detailed breakdown for you to better manage your budget:

• Keele University Accommodation:

On-Campus: £480 - £920/month

Off-Campus: £400 - £600/month

• Food: £100 - £160/month
• Transport: £60 - £100/month
• Entertainment: £80 - 200/month

Situated in the countryside of Staffordshire, right by the bustling town of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent, Keele University benefits from strong transport links by bus and train both locally and nationally. View this detailed guide to better navigate near campus and your Keele University accommodation:

• By Bus

Travelling by bus is the primary way to get around Keele University. The main bus route is the 25, which operates regularly to the uni and serves Newcastle town centre and Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station, and Royal Stoke University Hospital. Keele Uni students enjoy an annual ticket discount that you can travel for as little as £1.10 a day with First Bus.

• By Bike

Cycling is another popular transport in this village. Hiring a Brompton bike from Stoke-on-Trent train station is just £2.50 per day. The University also supports cycling and has its own bicycle users group (BUG) named Keele Cyclists. Also, many of our student houses near Keele also offer bike storage for your convenience.

• By Train

The nearest railway stations to Keele are Stoke-on-Trent (5 miles) and Crewe (12 miles). The former is a taxi ride for 15-25 minutes, and the latter is 20-25 minutes. There are also regular bus routes connecting directly to your campus, like the 25 for Stoke Rail Station.

With a beautiful 600-acre campus filled with everything you need, student life here is bound to be colorful and diverse. On campus, everything is nearby, with eateries, cafes, shops, Keele student accommodations, and the Students' Union gathered together at the centre of campus. Join a gig at the Students' Union, explore the vintage market in Union Square, or take part in one of the regular sporting fixtures; there is always something happening on campus that you will find worth trying.

The Keele Students' Union (SU) is consistently ranked highly in the National Student Survey and NUS Best Bar None Awards. It has also been awarded for incorporating the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development in 2021. It boasts 120 clubs and societies, designed to offer a place for everyone to join and become part of this vibrant community. Whether you want to challenge yourself in a certain sport or make new friends at various parties and clubs, you will get what you want here at Keele SU.

Situated in a beautiful village in the heart of Staffordshire, the university is close to the vibrant university town of Newcastle-under-Lyme and also to Stoke-on-Trent, offering a range of restaurants, bars, and shops. Of course, if you're searching for the best amenities and entertainment options, bustling cities like Birmingham and Manchester are both only one hour away. No matter what you want, Keele University offers you easy access without any trouble.

There is a wide range of things students can do near Keele University. The campus is close to several popular attractions, with a short bus trip from your Keele accommodation. Visit the following attractions during weekends to fulfill your university life:

• Keele Hall
• Apedale Heritage Centre
• Keele Observatory
• Middleport Pottery
• New Vic Theatre
• The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
• Trentham Shopping Village