Where do most UCL students live ?

Hi UCL rookies! 📚✨ 

While some of you must be buzzing with excitement and joy about heading to UCL, some might be a bit anxious about where to stay. Well, fear not, because your buddies, BACCOM, are here to spill the tea on some cool UCL student pads! 🏡🙌🏻

First things first, let's get to know UCL a little better, shall we!? 🤩🔥

University College London (UCL)

UCL or University College London, is a top-tier university in the UK known for its excellence in education and research. It has two campuses: one in Bloomsbury, central London, and a second at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London. But in this article, let's stroll through the main campus and check out the accommodations around the charming Bloomsbury area together.🌟

Living around Bloomsbury offers a charming mix of history and modernity, creating the perfect setting for both living and studying in London. With its array of museums, cosy bookshops, lush gardens, and mouthwatering restaurants, ensuring a delightful experience for all who reside or visit here.

However, finding the right place to stay around campus can be a bit of a challenge with so many choices out there. For example, you might have your snug rooms just a stone's throw from the university, or maybe you fancy something a bit roomier, even if it means a slightly longer walk. But fear not! BACCOM is here to help you figure out which area is just right for you. 

Ready? Let's dive in and discover where UCL students prefer to stay! 🥳🚀

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1. King's Cross

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Area Information :

King's Cross serves as a central point for multiple train lines, including those coming from other cities, the Eurostar for international travel, and has up to 5 tube lines. 🚇

As a major station with lots of travellers, King’s Cross is well-equipped with a variety of amenities. There is an array of supermarkets—like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Co-op, M&S, and Waitrose—, plenty of pubs and small shopping spots around Pancras Square, which all close a bit late. And for late-night hunger, you’re in luck! as McDonald's is open round the clock to satisfy your cravings.

Additionally, there's an intriguing spot known as "Coal Drops Yard" where lively retails, a variety of stores, eateries, coffee shops, and cultural venues feature together. Click here to explore more about Coal Drops Yard. 🛍️👀 

Accommodations : 

Accommodations in King's Cross are mainly flat-shared or rented rooms, ranging from Studios 1 to 3-Bedroom. From here, you can walk to the main campus at Bloomsbury within 10-20 minutes or take the tube only 1 stop to Euston or Euston Square. Alternatively, a 10-15 minutes bus ride is also an option. 

Student accommodations in King's Cross are right in the heart of convenience and modernity, but that also means they come with a higher price tag. These include Urbanest, Chapter, Victoria Hall, The Stay Club Camden, and UNITE Student.

Duration of travel :

It takes around 18-35 minutes by bus and tube, or around 24-40 minutes on foot to reach UCL Bloomsbury campus. For the UCL East campus, it's about 34 minutes to around 1 hour by bus and tube. The duration depends on the accommodations and way of travelling.

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2. Bloomsbury

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Area Information :

Bloomsbury is a hub for educational institutions, bookshops, and hospitals, with UCL being one of the significant spots located here. This area is well-connected by multiple tube stations such as Russell Square, Euston Square, Warren Street, and Goodge Street.

You'll find a variety of supermarkets, eateries, and coffee shops, offering everything from Thai, Chinese, Indian, and Italian cuisine. 🍳😋

With its great location, pleasant surroundings, and associated with captivating buildings, it's a popular choice for international students. However, living costs can be quite high.

Accommodations : 

On the upside, there are plenty of student accommodation options available, such as iQ Bloomsbury, Scape Bloomsbury, Ian Baker House, and many more. However, on the downside, they can be expensive, similar to student accommodation rates in King's Cross. 🏕️

Duration of travel :

It takes around 6-10 minutes on foot to reach UCL Bloomsbury campus. For UCL East campus, it's about a 40-55 minute train ride away. The duration depends on each accommodation and method of travel.

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3. Holloway

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Area Information :

Holloway is renowned for its easy access to metropolitan amenities, educational institutions, and diversified society. This makes renting housing here quite common among UCL students. And also, the Holloway Road Tube station is conveniently close to student accommodations. 🏡🚏

In this area, you'll find plenty of fresh-food markets, supermarkets, and coffee shops. The vibe is a bit suburban compared to other neighbourhoods, but it's considered suitable for student living because of the well-equipped facilities.

Accommodations : 

Student accommodations in this area are relatively affordable compared with other neighbourhoods mentioned earlier. Examples include iQ The Arcade, Bloomfield Court, Chapter Highbury, Unite Students - Stapleton House, Unite Students - Piccadilly Court, and Smart Student Accommodation.

Duration of travel :

It takes around 16-35 minutes by bus and train to reach UCL Bloomsbury campus. For UCL East campus, it's about 45 minutes to around an hour by bus and train. The duration depends on each accommodation and method of travel.

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4. Others

Apart from Holloway, there are other options a bit farther from UCL, but still favoured by many students. These include Kilburn, Canary Wharf, Hammersmith, Edgware Road, Walthamstow, Kentish Town, and more.

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Remark! UCL's Hall of Residence or student dorms

While UCL's student dorms do exist, they might not be the most popular choice. This is mainly because the room’s condition and the number of available spaces is limited. 

However, staying in the university's halls has its perks, you don't need to worry about various contract conditions, and you can be assured that your fellow residents are UCL students. Some halls even provide breakfast! One thing to note is that the hall doesn't need to be very close to the university within walking distance.🙅🏻

If you're interested, you can check out UCL's Hall of Residence through this link: UCL's Hall of Residence

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Pros and Cons of living close to UCL

Pros :

• Convenient Travel : Getting around is super easy, whether it's heading to the university or exploring places, thanks to the central location. 🚇

• Convenient Amenities : Being in the centre of the city means you have access to a variety of convenient facilities like restaurants, coffee shops, and supermarkets. 🛒

Cons :

• Cost : The major downside is the relatively high prices for accommodations, especially the great location.

• Limited Space : Some rooms might be tiny.
  

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Picking accommodations can be quite the journey! Everyone's got their own cup of tea when it comes to where they want to lay their head at night. Some like it close to campus, or others might prefer space, even if it's a bit farther. Good vibes or shared rentals—it's all about what suits you.💕

Oh, heads up again! : in addition to its main Bloomsbury campus, UCL has a new campus at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, so. it's worth double-checking you're eyeing up the right one before hitting the booking button! 😊🔍

And if you've settled on an area to live in but are still uncertain about the type of accommodation, feel free to explore more about various accommodation types over at Understanding Different Types of Accommodations in London: Guide and Tips for international student and professionals. We are sure it will definitely help you figure out what fits your needs the best!🌟

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If you're interested in living in the areas we’ve mentioned above, don’t hesitate to let us know! Whether you have any questions or need help deciding which area is right for you, BACCOM is here to lend a hand in finding you cosy student accommodation or snug private accommodation. 😊🌷

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