Student accommodation in Colchester

Student Accommodation in Colchester

As Britain’s oldest city and one of the best places to study in the UK, it’s no wonder that Colchester welcomes thousands of new students every year. Home to one of the University of Essex’s three campuses, the area's close-knit, supportive student community keeps this town feeling lively and exciting. Whether you fancy yourself a bit of a history buff or you simply want to live somewhere with a storied past, Colchester is the place for you.

Why use UniHomes to find Colchester student accommodation?

UniHomes is always looking for ways to make life easier for students. Whether you’re looking for a large property with loads of bedrooms for you and your mates or you're just seeking a cosy flat apartment for two, we have a wide selection of student lets in Colchester to suit your needs.

The best part? We bundle up bills into the cost of your monthly rent to make budgeting a breeze.

Colchester student housing market: trends explained

You won’t be hard-pressed to find student accommodation in Colchester that’s right for you. Homes in the city centre come in all shapes and sizes – from purpose-built student accommodation to sleek flats – and are around the corner from the very best of what Colchester has to offer. It’s no surprise that the city centre’s the most sought-after area for student properties in Colchester.

If you want somewhere around the corner from campus but that’s still within walking distance of the town centre, try looking for somewhere in Old Heath or Greenstead. Regular bus links will get you to class in under 15 minutes; they’ll also connect you back to the high streets, where you can meet up with friends and take advantage of all the activities that this historic town has to offer.

Student life in Colchester

Student life is more than just lectures and exams. In Colchester town centre, you’ll find a wide selection of bars and clubs that keep the nightlife thriving. Love a bit of live music? Start your evening in The Bull, a bar that offers the best of the old charm and modern buzz of Colchester. They even host regular open mics for budding troubadours to take the stage, so long as you're feeling confident enough.

If you fancy yourself a beer connoisseur, head to a pint at Three Wise Monkeys afterwards and grab a pint (or two) and stay for their famously good food.

From markets and fairs selling one-of-a-kind products to the best-loved high street retailers, Colchester has much to offer in the way of shopping. Whether independent boutiques are your thing or you’re a sucker for something designer, the town centre is buzzing with shops to help you to de-stress after a hard day's study.

If shopping isn’t your idea of a day out, don’t worry – there are plenty more activities on offer. Make friends with the wildlife at Colchester Zoo, practise your swing at the bowling alley, or soak up the sights with a relaxing stroll through Castle Park.

If you’re the outdoorsy type, you’ll be blessed in Colchester with a selection of hiking and cycling trails that snake throughout the picturesque countryside, but if you’re eager to take advantage of the city’s many museums, then we recommend the geological exhibits at the Natural History Museum.

Fancy a big city break? Take a weekend trip to London, which is only an hour away by train. And with the train station right on the doorstep of student accommodation in Colchester, it’s never been easier to get to the capital (and beyond!).

Read more in our Colchester city guide.

Did you know?

Colchester is Britain's oldest recorded town and is said to be the first capital of England - move over, London!