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Student Accommodation Survey 2024 Key Points:

• Accommodation as Primary Decision Factor: 65% of applicants said accommodation availability influenced their university choice. Students prioritize quality, cost, and location (86%, 85%, 85% considered them “extremely” or “very” important).

• Cost and Budget Pressures: Accommodation costs form a major expense; 51% of first-year and 47% of second-year+ students reported overspending budgets. Rent increases (up to 7.6% for PBSA) and limited support exacerbate financial strain.

• Preference for Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA): PBSA is rated highest for quality and value; 76% of private PBSA residents recommended their accommodation. Affordability and amenities like included bills appeal to students.

• Wellbeing and Support: Students rank safety, mental health, and social spaces highly (79% valued amenity space). Partnerships with universities for pastoral care and ESG commitments are viewed favorably.

• Supply-Demand Imbalance: Shortages in housing, especially affordable options, remain a challenge. Operators and universities must collaborate on affordability and stock development.

• Market Trends: Rising living costs fuel demand for fixed-term rentals and inclusionary clauses in deals. Sustainability (e.g., carbon neutrality) is gaining importance alongside key amenities.