Student Accommodation in Edgbaston
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Student housing in Edgbaston, Birmingham
Edgbaston is a popular choice for students looking for housing in Birmingham. It’s close to the University of Birmingham and has a mix of quiet streets and student-friendly areas. Cafés and restaurants are easy to reach on foot, and supermarkets such as Sainsbury’s and Aldi are nearby, making day-to-day life simple and convenient.
Why Edgbaston is so popular with students
When you’re juggling early lectures, part-time work, and a tight budget, living somewhere geared toward students can make life much easier. In Edgbaston, the streets around the University of Birmingham campus are a hub for student life, with a steady flow of students every year. The area is just a short walk from Old Joe and the university’s sports and fitness facilities, making it ideal if you’re involved in campus sports. It isn’t just another suburb, though. During term time, it has a strong student presence, so you don’t need to worry about disturbing families or younger neighbours.
Student hotspots in Edgbaston
Most of Edgbaston’s student life is centred around the streets near the University of Birmingham, with neighbouring Selly Oak just a short walk away. Between the two areas, you’ll find cafés, supermarkets, and social spots, making it easy to grab food or meet friends without heading into the city centre.
Supermarkets and essentials
You’ve got solid options for both top-ups and proper weekly shops:
- Aldi on Edgbaston Road is a common budget go-to, and it’s open late most days.
- Sainsbury’s at nearby Selly Oak Shopping Park is a reliable “big shop” option.
- Right next to said Sainsbury’s sits The Gym Group - offering cheap gym subscriptions for you to indulge in.
Bars and nights out
- Joe’s bar - Located in UoB’s guild of students, it’s a cheap drink with a couple of pool tables for entertainment.
- Twelfth Man Edgbaston – This bar is popular with students and has a lively atmosphere. It was previously known as Edgbaston Sports Bar.
Food spots
Edgbaston and nearby Selly Oak are full of student-friendly food options. In Edgbaston, high street spots like Smoke + Ash Pizza are a great pre- or post-night out dining option. The Physician pub is a good watering hole with a beer garden for summer socials.
Getting around Birmingham from Edgbaston
Edgbaston is a convenient choice for students, thanks to its central location near the University of Birmingham and easy connections to the rest of the city.
Birmingham New Street
Edgbaston’s location makes it simple to reach Birmingham New Street. You’re best off getting a bus into the city centre from Edgbaston, as the two nearest train stations are University (Birmingham) and Five Ways, which are a little bit further away than you might like.
University of Birmingham
Living in Edgbaston puts you within easy walking or cycling distance of the University of Birmingham. The area is built around student routines, so whether you’re heading to lectures, sports facilities, or libraries, Edgbaston offers one of the most straightforward bases for campus life.
Keeping travel costs down
If you’re commuting most days, student discounts are available across most transport options:
Browse student accommodation in Edgbaston on Housr.
Edgbaston changes a lot from street to street, with leafy residential avenues, student-friendly areas close to campus, and quieter corners further out. Use Housr’s property finder to explore house size, layout, and location across the parts of Edgbaston you’ll actually use day to day, from streets near the University of Birmingham to those bordering Selly Oak. All property prices on Housr include bills through a Housr Bills package, making it easy to see exactly what you’ll pay each month.
