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Looking for the perfect student home in Loughborough? Given the high demand for housing, we know this is easier said than done – that's why we compile properties from lots of different landlords and providers to give you as much choice as possible!
From shared student flats to private apartments in purpose-built residences, we list a wide range of student accommodation in Loughborough with options in popular areas like the Golden Triangle, Ashby Road and Forest Road!
Start browsing above using our filters – or continue reading to learn more about life in this friendly student town!
There’s only one university in Loughborough, but it’s so central to the life of the town that some describe Loughborough as a university with a town supporting it rather than the other way around! Whichever way you spin it, here’s what you need to know about the university.
A perennial fixture in the UK’s top university rankings, Loughborough University has grown from humble roots as a small technical institute founded in 1909 to the globally renowned university it is today.
It’s best known for sports, consistently ranking as the best university in the world for sports-related subjects. That includes sports science, sports coaching and sports management – so if you’re pursuing any of these areas, you won’t do better than Loughborough University.
Such a strong reputation for sports shouldn’t distract from Loughborough University’s other fields of expertise. It's also one of the best places in the UK to study art and design, media and communication, engineering, and architecture.
The main campus (there’s a second campus in London) is a 20-minute walk from the town centre. Set on 523 acres, it’s a real green haven and has everything you could possibly need including shops, restaurants and even a nightclub!
Close to 20,000 students call Loughborough University home and the self-contained campus creates a special community feel. With more than 90 student clubs on offer (and not just sports-related), meeting new people is easy.
Secured your place and need somewhere to stay? Check out our range of Loughborough University accommodation!
Loughborough may not be the biggest place, but as a true university town, many of its amenities and attractions are built around the student population. Plus, it’s based right in the heart of England, so it’s ideal for exploring nearby cities!
Loughborough Students’ Union does a great job of keeping students entertained – during term time there are regular quiz nights, live comedy and open mic sessions. The student-run Flix Cinema is another highlight and screens everything from blockbusters to arthouse films.
Beyond campus, Loughborough Town Hall is the main venue for comedy, concerts and other live performances. For a fun-filled evening out, you’ve also got the Odeon Cinema, Break Escape and Laser Quest in the town centre.
Loughborough University campus has plenty of eating options – hit up The Daily Grind for your caffeine fix or JC’s for classic pub food – but there are lots of great cafes and restaurants in town with cuisines from all over the world.
Fifty Three and Bom Bom Patisserie serve up a huge selection of sweet treats, Peter Pizzeria has amazing wood-fired pizza and Sonny’s Street Food does delicious Thai food. For pub grub, you can’t go wrong with Jam Garden and The Phantom.
The Students’ Union at Loughborough University transforms on Wednesdays and Fridays for major club nights like Hey Ewe and FND which draw big crowds. In town, Echo’s is the main nightclub and is especially popular with second- and third-year students.
For something more casual, you’ll find over a dozen pubs dotted around the town centre which are great for pub crawls. If you fancy a proper night out, Nottingham and Leicester are just a short train ride away – though you will have to get a taxi back if you finish late!
One of the best things about Loughborough is the green space. The university campus itself is made up mostly of lawns, woodlands and playing fields – great for sports and leisurely strolls – while Queen’s Park in the town centre has stunning landscaped gardens.
Just beyond town, the Outwoods span 110 acres of ancient woodland and offer a mix of hiking trails and wildlife spotting. Beacon Hill Country Park, with its amazing views of the Leicestershire countryside, is another highlight.
Loughborough’s market tradition dates to the 13th century and is still very much alive with street markets running weekly on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while there’s also a monthly craft and farmers’ market.
Elsewhere, Charnwood Museum has some great exhibitions showcasing the rich history of the local area. The Great Central Railway – the UK’s only double track heritage railway – is a must-visit with its main station based just a few minutes from the town centre.
A large number of Loughborough University students choose to live off campus, typically in areas that sit between the university and the town centre – though there are alternatives if you're looking for something cheaper.
Highly convenient and sought-after, the ‘Golden Triangle’ refers to the area between the university and the town centre. Here you’ll find a mix of terraced houses converted into flats along with modern purpose-built student apartment buildings.
Almost all residents living here are students and there are plenty of nearby shops, cafes and takeaway spots catering to this crowd. Owing to its popularity, it’s generally one of the more expensive areas for student accommodation in Loughborough.
Part of Ashby Road spills into the Golden Triangle, however it also extends westwards away from the town centre – this can be a good place to look if you don’t want to be surrounded by students all the time but are still just a short walk to campus.
Accommodation here ranges from flat shares to self-contained studios, so there’s a range of options to suit different living arrangements. You’ve also got essential amenities like shops, cafes and even a few pubs.
Forest Road is another major road in Loughborough which stretches from the southwest of the town into the centre. It runs partway along the campus, so it’s super convenient for students but also within easy reach of the town centre.
There’s a mix of purpose-built student accommodation on the main road and semi-detached flat shares tucked away down the side streets, which gives it a more integrated community feel. There’s also plenty of shops, restaurants and green spaces.
Loughborough’s cost of living is pretty reasonable, especially compared to the UK’s major cities. The main expense is accommodation, with student housing in Loughborough typically ranging from £500–£900 per month depending on location and amenities.
Other living costs like food, transport and leisure will generally add up to £300–£400 per month, so factoring everything together, you’ll probably want to budget £800–£1,300 per month.
For the days when you’re tight on cash, Loughborough has lots of fun things to do that won’t cost you a penny. Charnwood Museum offers free admission, and, during summer, Queen’s Park hosts free concerts at the bandstand.
Loughborough’s lush green spaces are obviously free to enjoy – when the weather’s nice you can easily spend hours roaming the Outwoods and Beacon Hill Country Park. The Students’ Union also hosts loads of free activities, so keep an eye on the events calendar.
Once you’re fully registered at university and have your student ID, you can sign up to sites like TOTUM, UniDays and Student Beans to unlock major savings across hundreds of UK retailers.
Numerous chains in town offer exclusive deals through these schemes, including McDonald’s, KFC and Pizza Express. Popular student pub, Jam Garden, also offers some amazing discounts on food and drink.
Loughborough is a very compact and walkable town, but on the occasions when you need to travel longer distances or just don’t fancy the walk to campus, it’s good to know there are solid transport links available.
Loughborough has a comprehensive bus network with the main services provided by Kinchbus and Arriva. Kinchbus’ Sprint service runs from the train station straight to the university campus and you can track buses in real-time through the Hugo app.
Loughborough’s train station offers excellent connections to major cities like London and Birmingham – ideal for weekend trips away. If you’re going to be travelling by train frequently, consider picking up a 16-25 Railcard for significant savings.
Loughborough is a very safe place for students. Crime rates are generally a lot lower than in major UK cities, and during term time the university runs regular patrols around campus and even into some of the main student areas.
Large numbers of students competing for a limited number of properties means the demand for student accommodation in Loughborough is consistently high – particularly in the Golden Triangle. Flats are filled months in advance, so start your search as early as possible.
Accommodation costs in Loughborough vary widely depending on location, type of housing and if bills are included. The student housing we list in Loughborough typically ranges from £125–£175 per week, with these costs generally including bills.
The most sought-after area for students in Loughborough is the Golden Triangle, which sits between the university campus and the town centre. Ashby Road and Forest Road, which run parallel to the university on opposite sides of campus, are also popular.
If you’re looking to study in Loughborough and don’t have either British or Irish citizenship, you’ll need to apply for a UK student visa. You can learn about the application requirements and how long this process usually takes here.
For information on how the booking process works, click here. We also have answers to a range of other questions on our FAQ page. If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us!
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Explore Loughborough
Looking for the perfect student home in Loughborough? Given the high demand for housing, we know this is easier said than done – that's why we compile properties from lots of different landlords and providers to give you as much choice as possible!
From shared student flats to private apartments in purpose-built residences, we list a wide range of student accommodation in Loughborough with options in popular areas like the Golden Triangle, Ashby Road and Forest Road!
Start browsing above using our filters – or continue reading to learn more about life in this friendly student town!
There’s only one university in Loughborough, but it’s so central to the life of the town that some describe Loughborough as a university with a town supporting it rather than the other way around! Whichever way you spin it, here’s what you need to know about the university.
A perennial fixture in the UK’s top university rankings, Loughborough University has grown from humble roots as a small technical institute founded in 1909 to the globally renowned university it is today.
It’s best known for sports, consistently ranking as the best university in the world for sports-related subjects. That includes sports science, sports coaching and sports management – so if you’re pursuing any of these areas, you won’t do better than Loughborough University.
Such a strong reputation for sports shouldn’t distract from Loughborough University’s other fields of expertise. It's also one of the best places in the UK to study art and design, media and communication, engineering, and architecture.
The main campus (there’s a second campus in London) is a 20-minute walk from the town centre. Set on 523 acres, it’s a real green haven and has everything you could possibly need including shops, restaurants and even a nightclub!
Close to 20,000 students call Loughborough University home and the self-contained campus creates a special community feel. With more than 90 student clubs on offer (and not just sports-related), meeting new people is easy.
Secured your place and need somewhere to stay? Check out our range of Loughborough University accommodation!
Loughborough may not be the biggest place, but as a true university town, many of its amenities and attractions are built around the student population. Plus, it’s based right in the heart of England, so it’s ideal for exploring nearby cities!
Loughborough Students’ Union does a great job of keeping students entertained – during term time there are regular quiz nights, live comedy and open mic sessions. The student-run Flix Cinema is another highlight and screens everything from blockbusters to arthouse films.
Beyond campus, Loughborough Town Hall is the main venue for comedy, concerts and other live performances. For a fun-filled evening out, you’ve also got the Odeon Cinema, Break Escape and Laser Quest in the town centre.
Loughborough University campus has plenty of eating options – hit up The Daily Grind for your caffeine fix or JC’s for classic pub food – but there are lots of great cafes and restaurants in town with cuisines from all over the world.
Fifty Three and Bom Bom Patisserie serve up a huge selection of sweet treats, Peter Pizzeria has amazing wood-fired pizza and Sonny’s Street Food does delicious Thai food. For pub grub, you can’t go wrong with Jam Garden and The Phantom.
The Students’ Union at Loughborough University transforms on Wednesdays and Fridays for major club nights like Hey Ewe and FND which draw big crowds. In town, Echo’s is the main nightclub and is especially popular with second- and third-year students.
For something more casual, you’ll find over a dozen pubs dotted around the town centre which are great for pub crawls. If you fancy a proper night out, Nottingham and Leicester are just a short train ride away – though you will have to get a taxi back if you finish late!
One of the best things about Loughborough is the green space. The university campus itself is made up mostly of lawns, woodlands and playing fields – great for sports and leisurely strolls – while Queen’s Park in the town centre has stunning landscaped gardens.
Just beyond town, the Outwoods span 110 acres of ancient woodland and offer a mix of hiking trails and wildlife spotting. Beacon Hill Country Park, with its amazing views of the Leicestershire countryside, is another highlight.
Loughborough’s market tradition dates to the 13th century and is still very much alive with street markets running weekly on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while there’s also a monthly craft and farmers’ market.
Elsewhere, Charnwood Museum has some great exhibitions showcasing the rich history of the local area. The Great Central Railway – the UK’s only double track heritage railway – is a must-visit with its main station based just a few minutes from the town centre.
A large number of Loughborough University students choose to live off campus, typically in areas that sit between the university and the town centre – though there are alternatives if you're looking for something cheaper.
Highly convenient and sought-after, the ‘Golden Triangle’ refers to the area between the university and the town centre. Here you’ll find a mix of terraced houses converted into flats along with modern purpose-built student apartment buildings.
Almost all residents living here are students and there are plenty of nearby shops, cafes and takeaway spots catering to this crowd. Owing to its popularity, it’s generally one of the more expensive areas for student accommodation in Loughborough.
Part of Ashby Road spills into the Golden Triangle, however it also extends westwards away from the town centre – this can be a good place to look if you don’t want to be surrounded by students all the time but are still just a short walk to campus.
Accommodation here ranges from flat shares to self-contained studios, so there’s a range of options to suit different living arrangements. You’ve also got essential amenities like shops, cafes and even a few pubs.
Forest Road is another major road in Loughborough which stretches from the southwest of the town into the centre. It runs partway along the campus, so it’s super convenient for students but also within easy reach of the town centre.
There’s a mix of purpose-built student accommodation on the main road and semi-detached flat shares tucked away down the side streets, which gives it a more integrated community feel. There’s also plenty of shops, restaurants and green spaces.
Loughborough’s cost of living is pretty reasonable, especially compared to the UK’s major cities. The main expense is accommodation, with student housing in Loughborough typically ranging from £500–£900 per month depending on location and amenities.
Other living costs like food, transport and leisure will generally add up to £300–£400 per month, so factoring everything together, you’ll probably want to budget £800–£1,300 per month.
For the days when you’re tight on cash, Loughborough has lots of fun things to do that won’t cost you a penny. Charnwood Museum offers free admission, and, during summer, Queen’s Park hosts free concerts at the bandstand.
Loughborough’s lush green spaces are obviously free to enjoy – when the weather’s nice you can easily spend hours roaming the Outwoods and Beacon Hill Country Park. The Students’ Union also hosts loads of free activities, so keep an eye on the events calendar.
Once you’re fully registered at university and have your student ID, you can sign up to sites like TOTUM, UniDays and Student Beans to unlock major savings across hundreds of UK retailers.
Numerous chains in town offer exclusive deals through these schemes, including McDonald’s, KFC and Pizza Express. Popular student pub, Jam Garden, also offers some amazing discounts on food and drink.
Loughborough is a very compact and walkable town, but on the occasions when you need to travel longer distances or just don’t fancy the walk to campus, it’s good to know there are solid transport links available.
Loughborough has a comprehensive bus network with the main services provided by Kinchbus and Arriva. Kinchbus’ Sprint service runs from the train station straight to the university campus and you can track buses in real-time through the Hugo app.
Loughborough’s train station offers excellent connections to major cities like London and Birmingham – ideal for weekend trips away. If you’re going to be travelling by train frequently, consider picking up a 16-25 Railcard for significant savings.
Loughborough is a very safe place for students. Crime rates are generally a lot lower than in major UK cities, and during term time the university runs regular patrols around campus and even into some of the main student areas.
Large numbers of students competing for a limited number of properties means the demand for student accommodation in Loughborough is consistently high – particularly in the Golden Triangle. Flats are filled months in advance, so start your search as early as possible.
Accommodation costs in Loughborough vary widely depending on location, type of housing and if bills are included. The student housing we list in Loughborough typically ranges from £125–£175 per week, with these costs generally including bills.
The most sought-after area for students in Loughborough is the Golden Triangle, which sits between the university campus and the town centre. Ashby Road and Forest Road, which run parallel to the university on opposite sides of campus, are also popular.
If you’re looking to study in Loughborough and don’t have either British or Irish citizenship, you’ll need to apply for a UK student visa. You can learn about the application requirements and how long this process usually takes here.
For information on how the booking process works, click here. We also have answers to a range of other questions on our FAQ page. If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us!