About Liverpool
Liverpool is very popular among students. According to the National Student Survey (NSS) and the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), students enjoy staying in Liverpool. Here is a breakdown of the proportion of international students by level of study in Liverpool:
Undergraduate: 30%
Postgraduate: 45%
Doctoral: 52%
The proportion of international students in Liverpool has been increasing steadily over the past few years due to a number of factors, including the growing reputation of Liverpool’s universities, the increasing globalisation of higher education, and the UK government's policy of encouraging international students to study in the UK.
Popular Student Accommodation Areas in Liverpool
Liverpool has several areas that are student-friendly. They all offer a vibrant and diverse life for students to explore and get used to different cultures. These neighbourhoods usually affect the cost of public transportation fares. The further you travel from the city centre, the higher the fare.
Popular Liverpool areas among university students are Smithdown Road and Wavertree, Kensington, and the Baltic Triangle. There are a few things to remember while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.
1. Smithdown Road and Wavertree
Smithdown Road and Wavertree is a well-known student area in Liverpool. Student accommodations here cost between £100 and £150 per week.
Distance to the University of Liverpool:
Walking: ~30 minutes
Cycling: ~9 minutes
Bus: ~15 minutes
Distance to Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU):
Walking: ~48 minutes
Cycling: ~13 minutes
Bus: ~24 minutes
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: ~49 minutes
Cycling: ~15 minutes
Bus: ~22 minutes
2. Kensington
In Kensington, student accommodations range from approximately £200 to £500 per week.
Distance to the University of Liverpool:
Walking: 16 minutes
Cycling: 5 minutes
Bus: 13 minutes
Distance to Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA):
Walking: 33 minutes
Cycling: 9 minutes
Bus: 26 minutes
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: 29 minutes
Cycling: 9 minutes
Bus: 17 minutes
3. Baltic Triangle
The Baltic Triangle offers affordable student accommodations, with rates between £100 to £180 per week.
Distance to the University of Liverpool:
Walking: 26 minutes
Cycling: 10 minutes
Bus: 19 minutes
Distance to Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU):
Walking: 23 minutes
Cycling: 8 minutes
Bus: 22 minutes
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: 17 minutes
Cycling: 5 minutes
Bus: 12 minutes
These areas offer various transport options and are close to major universities and amenities, making them ideal for students studying in Liverpool.
Less Popular Yet Student-Recommended Areas Near Universities in Liverpool
1. Mount Pleasant:
A popular street in Liverpool city centre.
Distance to the University of Liverpool: 7 minutes walking
Distance to Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU): 6 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 9 minutes walking
Student Studios in Liverpool near Mount Pleasant:
2. Lime Street:
An old and popular street in Liverpool, known for the Lime Street railway station.
Distance to the University of Liverpool: 15 minutes walking
Distance to Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA): 17 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 6 minutes walking
Student Apartments in Liverpool near Lime Street:
3. Cavern Quarter:
A bustling, lively part of Liverpool known for its nightlife and live music, being the birthplace of The Beatles.
Distance to the University of Liverpool: 22 minutes walking
Distance to Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA): 22 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 8 minutes walking
Student Rooms in Liverpool near Cavern Quarter:
4. Ropewalks:
A diverse district encompassing many notable streets.
Distance to the University of Liverpool: 15 minutes walking
Distance to Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU): 11 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 4 minutes walking
Student Halls in Liverpool near Ropewalks:
Best Recommended Student Accommodation in Liverpool
Liverpool has a vast choice of student room options, and students can explore different areas in Liverpool in proximity to their colleges and budgets.
Best Recommended student Housing in Liverpool that provide almost every room type are Albert Court, iQ Great Newton House, Cedar House Unite, Europa, Liverpool, Lennon Studios Unite, Atlantic Point, Cathedral Campus, Cambridge Court Unite, and Arrad House.
Liverpool Student housing near City Centre:
Moorfield (6 Mins walk)
Crosshall Street Liverpool - Flexible Tenancies (8 Mins walk)
Tinlings Student Accommodation Liverpool - Flexible Tenancies (7 Mins walk)
Byrom Point Roost (8 Mins walk)
Atlantic Point (11 Mins walk)
Innovo House (13 Mins walk)
The Lantern(15 Mins walk)
Horizon Heights (15 Mins walk)
Grand Central Unite (17 Mins walk)
Discover Student Room Types in Liverpool (Approx. £350 - £2,170/ month)
The purpose-built student accommodation in Liverpool typically includes various amenities and features in the bills; it varies from high-speed Wi-Fi to on-site gyms according to the provider's terms and conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions.
Here, we have categorised the room types below based on preferences and budgets to help you make decisions.
Type 1: Affordable student rooms in Liverpool:
These cost around £440- £1,082 per month on average and are recommended for comfortable sharing space students. Typically, such properties are houses or apartments.
Shared room
Amenities: Self-contained apartments with multiple bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £600/month
Kensington’s average rent: £490/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £600/ month
Recommended Liverpool student accommodation for single rooms at Cathedral Campus.
Triple/Quadruple rooms
Amenities: Private bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £400/month
Kensington’s average rent: £350/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £350/ month
Entire place
Amenities: Private bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £650/month
Kensington’s average rent: £700/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £600/month
Type 2: Affordable student rooms in Liverpool with privacy: These rooms cost around £566 to £1,082 per month.
Student Single Room
Amenities: Private bedrooms, shared bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £604/month
Kensington’s average rent: £450/month
The Baltic Triangle average rent: £640/month
Recommended student single rooms are Cathedral Campus, Grand Central Unite, and Crosshall Street.
Student-shared Flats
Amenities: Private Bedrooms in shared houses or flats, shared bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £520/month
Kensington’s average rent: £520/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £620/month
Student Twin Rooms
Amenities: One room with two single beds, a shared bathroom, and a shared kitchen
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £540/month
Kensington’s average rent: £460/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £520/month
Student Double Room
- Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £540/month
- Amenities: One bedroom with a double bed, a shared bathroom, and a shared kitchen
- Kensington’s average rent: £460/month
- The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £520/month
Room Type 3: Liverpool student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and proximity to the city centre cost around £566 to £1,082 per month.
Liverpool Student Flats
Amenities: Private bedrooms, private bathrooms, and private kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £540/month
Kensington’s average rent: £520/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £620/month
Browse through Liverpool student flats such as Iconinc, The Ascent.
Liverpool Student En-Suite Rooms
Amenities: Single bedrooms, private bathrooms, and shared kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £840/month
Kensington’s average rent: £740/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £920/month
Browse through students' en-suits in Liverpool, such as Albert Court, iQ Great Newton House, Cedar House Unite, and Lennon Studios Unite.
Liverpool Student Studios
Amenities: private bedrooms, private bathrooms, and private kitchens
Smithdown Road and Wavertree’s average rent: £940/month
Kensington’s average rent: £940/month
The Baltic Triangle’s average rent: £1220/month
Browse through students' studios in Liverpool, such as Cedar House Unite, Lennon Studios Unite, and Cathedral Campus.
Room Type 4: Students who prefer amenities over budget
- Student penthouses in Liverpool cost around £1,285-£2,170 per month. Falkland House in Liverpool provides a penthouse starting at £230 per week.
These are suitable for students who prefer to have private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, spacious rooms, and a top floor.
International students in Liverpool, UK also search for:
1 Bedroom | 2 Bedroom | 3 Bedroom | Short stay | pet friendly |
Cost of Living in Liverpool for Students (Approx. £400 - £740)
It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Liverpool student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Liverpool as a student:
Food: £220-£360/month on average.
- We suggest buying groceries that cost around £130/month and cooking your own meal.
- Shop from grocery stores such as Iceland, Aldi, and Lidl, as well as larger chains like Tesco and Sainsbury's. They have some specific days for students' discounts.
Transportation: £60-£150/month on average
Use Merseyrail, which is the main train network in Liverpool. It costs around £134.20 per month.
Taxis are also available. The average taxi ride cost in Liverpool is around £2.80 per mile.
Walking is always an option if you enjoy it. It’s free, which will help you save money.
Kitchen Essentials: Market worth around £20-£40.
Some properties do not provide utensils. In that case, students can check online, and some websites provide utensils at discounted prices for students from market prices.
Former students generally leave their kitchen essentials on the property while leaving the city due to airport luggage weight restrictions. You can find someone in your friend's circle and reuse the stuff.
Bedding Essentials: Market worth around £50-£100.
Only a few providers provide bedding packs to their tenants as part of their bills or as an offer. Otherwise, after move-in, students have to buy on their own.
Due to airport luggage weight restrictions, former students generally leave their bedding essentials on the property while leaving the city. You can find someone in your friend's circle and reuse the stuff.
Bathroom Essentials: Market worth around £30-£50.
While booking a student room, the focus remains on whether it has shared or private bathrooms, but forget about bathroom essentials. Students can check online, where some websites provide discounted prices from market prices.
Cleaning Essentials: Market worth around £20- £40