London is the first priority of many students who choose to study abroad. This is the city that has acquired titles like a “global city” and the “financial capital of the world”. Therefore, this is the city that many people like to visit for various purposes. Education is one of the major purposes for which this city has gained fame without any second thought.
There are a lot of top-class institutes in London where domestic and international students get enrolled to acquire higher education. When international students get admission in London, their next step happens to be searching for accommodation where they could stay while living in London.
Gone are the days when you had to first reach London to find housing for yourself. Today, you can do it from your home through online platforms. But, you need to consider some important things at the time of choosing student accommodation London. Below, you will read about those things.
Type of Accommodation
You should consider the type of accommodation when choosing accommodation in London. There are different types of accommodations available in London in the present scenario. University halls are the major types. You can also go for private student housing complexes. University halls are managed by universities many of which are located inside university campuses. So, you may get an opportunity to stay in your university campus.
Private student housing complexes are the alternatives to university halls. There, you can live with students of your university as well as other universities. You can find private housing within walking distance or a nearby area of your university.
In university halls and private housing complexes, you find the accommodation units like ensuite rooms, shared rooms, studios, and apartments. Ensuite rooms are the rooms in the flats with ensuite bathrooms and shared kitchens & lounges. Shared rooms are occupied by multiple residents and have shared kitchens, bathrooms, and lounges. Studios are self-contained units with big spaces having living areas, open kitchen areas, and attached bathrooms. In apartments, one or two students can acquire one bedroom, and kitchens and living areas are shared.
Besides, you may find many facilities and services for your fun, fitness, studies, etc. such as a gym, cinema, games room, study room, study table & chair, television, Wi-Fi internet connection, and more.
In addition to university halls and private housing complexes, private rental apartments are also available in London. Some facilities and services can be found with these apartments also.
Rent of Accommodation
Rent of accommodation is another major thing to be considered. You can get accommodation in London in different price ranges. So, students with all types of budgets can acquire accommodation here.
You should first decide your budget and then choose accommodation accordingly.
Shared or Unshared Room
In shared rooms, multiple students stay in one room whereas there are also unshared rooms, which are occupied by one resident only. You should also think about whether you have to stay in a shared or unshared room.
Shared rooms are best for individuals who like to stay in the company of other students all the time. Besides, these are also budget-friendly accommodations. The rent of a shared room is divided equally among both the residents of the room. So, one resident is required to pay only a part of the rent.
On the other hand, unshared rooms are perfect for students who love privacy. If you get an unshared room, then you get your private room but still, you can sometimes enjoy the company of others. It is because living rooms and kitchens are usually shared by all the residents of the flats in which they are located.
Facilities and Services
Many facilities and services are provided in many student accommodation units and complexes, some of which have been briefly mentioned above in the section named “type of accommodation”, such as a gym, cinema, games room, study room, study table & chair, television, and Wi-Fi internet connection. You may find many other facilities and services also such as microwaves, cooking hobs, refrigerators, laundry, etc.
Different accommodation properties may have different facilities and services. So, you should check their availability in the properties according to your preferences.
Distance from University
You can find accommodation nearby your university in London. Some accommodation properties are available within the walking distance of universities. If you find accommodation near your university, you can save a lot of time and money on commuting. Therefore, it is also a factor to consider.
Security Features
You can also check the security features available in student complexes in London. You may find 24/7 security staff, CCTV cameras, and secure door entry here.
Endnote
In addition, you can consider many other things when choosing accommodation in London according to your preferences.
