Student homes near University of Kent

Student Accommodation at the University of Kent

About the University of Kent 

Found North of Canterbury’s city centre, the University of Kent is one of the UK’s leading and award-winning universities. Awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework and contributing towards world-leading research, Kent University has plenty to offer its growing student population.

With an impressive range of degrees, a beautiful campus backdrop and first-rate internship connections, the University of Kent offers an incredible experience, and you’ll enjoy Canterbury student life. 

The university is situated within 300 acres of parkland and is home to over 6,000 students throughout the academic year. International students are also drawn to the University, which makes it a diverse place to be as a student. 

University of Kent Student Accommodation 

Kent University is only two miles away from the city centre, so most areas in the city are perfect for travelling to campus for your lectures. There’s plenty of student accommodation in Kent, whether you want to live in student halls or move out into private student accommodation with your friends. 

Kent University accommodation provides a wide range of options for your group. At UniHomes, we’ve got flats and houses for you to choose from, depending on where you want to live and who you want to live with. The facilities include high-quality student accommodation, double rooms, great socialising spaces and everything you need to get on with your studies as well as enjoy your time as a student.

Uni of Kent accommodation is available throughout Canterbury, but many students choose homes near Hales Place. This local residential neighbourhood is centrally located and is just a stone’s throw from the university’s main campus, which means student accommodation in the area is well-placed for getting to lectures. 

Plus, Hales Place is a fantastic district for getting to the town centre, which is just a short walk away. Here, students benefit from an impressive retail scene and tasty eateries - right in the heart of Canterbury’s historic centre.

Alternatively, Wincheap and St. Dunstan are sought-after student neighbourhoods with plenty of homes on offer. These areas are slightly further afield from campus, but the fantastic proximity to the city centre is enviable. Luckily, Canterbury’s excellent transport links will get you around in no time – no matter where you call home.

Student Life 

The University of Kent’s primary campus is found just a short walk from Canterbury’s city centre. As this university town is heavily populated by students, you’re never far from a popular student hotspot.

The campus at the University of Kent is self-contained, creating a welcoming environment and a close-knit student community. Getting around in-between lectures is incredibly easy, and the six colleges are set among green and tranquil open spaces.

Kent offers a range of activities for you to try, including visiting Canterbury’s famous cathedral, bars, restaurants, and shops. In addition, it provides easy access to London, the coast and miles of beautiful countryside, so you’ll never be stuck for something to do, whatever the weather.  It’s also close to the Channel Ports and the Eurostar if you fancy going over to Europe during the holidays! 

Why UniHomes?

At UniHomes, we’re dedicated to delivering a seamless property search for students, whatever your specific needs. That’s why we’ve hand-selected a portfolio of student housing throughout Canterbury in the most popular student districts. 

Our fees are totally transparent; the price you see on each listing is the cost of bills as well as rent, so as to keep budgeting easy. You’ll be covered for your utility bills, council tax and Wifi, so there’s nothing extra to worry about on top of your rent. If you’re still not sure where to live, UniHomes has student accommodation across Canterbury as a whole.