Student Accommodation near Aston University

Aston University was founded in 1895 and is located in a beautiful and elegant environment. The university is particularly outstanding in business, engineering, design, language and education. In addition, the university is also beneficial to students' careers. According to statistics, Aston University ranks #2 in the UK in improving the average salary of graduates, higher than Oxford University, Cambridge University and other Russell Group members. It has also been named the University of the Year for Student Success 2025 in the new Daily Mail University Guide.

Ideally located in the heart of Birmingham, the 2nd largest city in the UK, Aston University enjoys a prime location with a mere 5-minute walk to the city centre. Access to leisure, entertainment, shopping, and sports will be as convenient as you can imagine. Also, as one of the 'greenest' universities in the UK, the academic campus houses all the social and accommodation facilities for students. There is also a wide range of private student accommodation near Aston University to offer more options when on-campus halls are too competitive. uhomes.com will be a reliable partner to help you find the ideal home away from home.

We have some of the best options for Aston Uni accommodation to provide not only an easy daily commute but also a comfortable and relaxing living environment. A short walk of 5-10 minutes will get you to campus, as well as the bustling city centre, where you can find everything the city has to offer. Essential furnishings and modern amenities like free WiFi, onsite gyms, study rooms, and 24-hour security are basic for our flats. Below are some of the best options for Aston University accommodation:

1. true Birmingham

2. Kensington House

3. Chamberlain Place

4. 88 Bromsgrove House

5. Harriet Martineau

6. Lakeside

7. Canvas The Old Fire Station

8. Canalside

9. Canvas The Heights

10. ONYX

Our Birmingham Aston University accommodation starts from only  £134 per week, offering the perfect balance between affordability, convenience, and comfort. With all-inclusive bills covering your utility fees and access to communal amenities, there will not be any extra expenses any more. Various discounts, including early bird discounts, group booking discounts, and re-booking discounts, are offered, and there are also exclusive listings and offers that you can only find at uhomes.com. Check some of our cheap Aston University accommodations, including:

1. Canvas The Old Fire Station

2. Canalside

3. Canvas The Heights

4. Calthorpe Court

5. Belgrave View

6. Queen's Hospital Close

7. Duncan Smith House

8. Beech Gardens

9. Bagot Street

10. ONYX

The most popular areas for students to find Aston University accommodation are Eastside, Digbeth, and Birmingham City Centre. They all enjoy proximity to campus and local amenities to make it easy for students to go anywhere. Check the popular areas before choosing your Aston Uni accommodation:

1. Eastside

Eastside is located just east of Aston University and close to Birmingham Coach Station and Moor Street Railway Station. It is less than 10 minutes away from several superb live music venues, delicious eateries and great pubs.

Travel to Aston University:

• Cycle: 1 minute
• Walking: 6 minutes

2. Digbeth

Digbeth is a melting pot of cultures, making it one of the city's most vibrant places in which to live as a student. The rent is affordable, and the accommodations are well-built and furnished with all the basic amenities.

Travel to Aston University:

• Cycle: 4 minutes
• Bus: 8 minutes
• Walking: 15 minutes

3. Birmingham City Centre

Birmingham City Centre is the bustling hub with diverse entertainment options at your doorstep. Aston University and Moor Street Railway Station are both about an 8-minute walking distance.

Travel to Aston University:

• Cycle: 3 minutes
• Walk: 8 minutes

According to Aston University statistics, the cost of living for students may start from £300 per week, and the monthly cost will usually exceed £1,200. Although Birmingham is much more affordable and student accommodation near Aston University starts from only £134 per week, incoming students should pay attention to the rising costs for basics for the last few years due to high inflation.

Overall: from £300 per week

1. Aston University Accommodation:

On-campus: from £158 per week

Off-campus: from £134 per week

2. Utilities:  £30 per week

3. Transport: £15 - £25 per week

4. Food and Groceries: £60 per week

5. Entertainment: £10 - 30 per week

6. Study Materials: £10 - 20 per week

7. Miscellaneous: £20 - 50 per week

As the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham has an extensive transportation network from bus and tram to train and air. Whether you daily commute from your Aston University accommodation to campus, explore the city and nearby areas, or return home during holidays, there are numerous options to make your journey easy and convenient. Popular transport measures for Aston University Students include:

1. Bus

There is a large developed bus network run by National Express West Midlands with fares capped at £2 and unlimited daily travel at £4.80. Bus stops close to Aston University are Aston University, Aston Uni Pick Up, The Gosta Green, Millennium Point, Woodcock Street, and James Watt Queensway. Timetable information is available from Travel West Midlands.

2. Cycle

With numerous cycle paths and convenient bike storage services at Aston University accommodation, students can navigate the city by bike easily while enjoying the scenery. There are also many bike shelters on campus and changing facilities available.

3. Train

Birmingham has three main train stations: New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill. For longer trips, New Street will be your gateway to the rest of the U.K., with Moor Street and Snow Hill often servicing commuter routes across the Midlands. They are 10-15 minutes away from campus, and National Rail has timetable information.

3. Coach

For incoming students planning to get to campus by coach, timetable information is available from National Express. The nearest coach station is in Digbeth, and it is a 20-minute walk through the city centre to Aston University. 

4. Air

Birmingham Airport is a 30-minute train journey (from New Street to Birmingham International). It offers a number of domestic and European short-haul flights for the perfect city break.

Studying at Aston University means studying at one of the UK's most diverse universities, with 18,000 students from over 120 countries. Such a diverse student body creates a dynamic and welcoming environment that celebrates different cultures and experiences, where you will find it easy to feel connected and supported. With over 130 student-led groups, Aston University offers something for everyone to like, challenge, and have fun. Not only the university provides award-winning accommodation options, you can also easily find Aston University accommodation near campus with perfect convenience and privacy.

Stepping out of the campus, you will find yourself in the 6th best Student City in the UK by QS University World Rankings 2024. With the country's 2nd-largest student population, the city is vibrant and buzzing with culture, nightlife, epic food scene, and world-class shopping experiences. The Bullring & Grand Central (shopping & dining) is only a 10-minute walk from campus, and Broad Street (nightlife) is 20 minutes by bus. The city is also the birthplace of the Balti, Lord of the Rings, tennis, Cadbury chocolate, Thomas the Tank Engine and heavy metal.

Located next to the vibrant city centre of Birmingham, Aston University is surrounded by not only diverse entertainment options but also popular attractions that you should not miss. Most of the destinations are easy to reach from your Aston University accommodation for 10-20 minutes.

1. Aston Hall

2. Aston Junction

3. West Midlands Police Museum

4. Birmingham Science Garden

5. Pen Museum

6. Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum

7. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

8. National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham

The Aston University Business School is renowned worldwide and is one of the few UK schools to have received three international accreditations (AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB). Popular courses at Aston include:

1. Business and Management

2. Computer Science and Information

3. Life and Health Science

4. Social Science

5. Engineering