Moving to Nottingham for Nottingham Trent University? We've hand-picked the best student accommodation — from affordable rooms to fully-furnished PBSA — for the September 2026 intake.
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a major public university in Nottingham with roots going back to 1843 and modern university status from 1992. It is one of the UK's best-known modern universities, with a strong reputation for employability, student support, and career-focused learning. NTU is especially popular with students who want a city-based university experience in a large student city with strong transport links and a broad choice of accommodation.
On NTU's official About page, the university says it has over 40,000 students and staff spanning five university sites, and describes itself as one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. NTU also highlights major recognition for teaching and student outcomes, including Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). On the university's achievements page, NTU also highlights 1st in the UK for Employability (Uni Compare 2025) and 2nd in the UK for Student Life (Uni Compare 2025). In NTU's September 2025 news update, the university states it rose to 25th out of 123 universities in the Guardian University Guide 2026.
NTU's campuses matter when planning accommodation. The university's campuses page highlights City Campus, Clifton Campus, Brackenhurst Campus, NTU London, and Mansfield Hub. Students looking for PBSA near NTU usually focus on City Campus in central Nottingham, but commute needs can differ if your course is mainly based at Clifton or Brackenhurst.
Student life is a major draw. NTU's Student Life page highlights 130+ societies and 50 sports clubs, plus a strong city-based student experience in Nottingham. For fees, NTU's undergraduate fees page lists full-time home undergraduate tuition at £9,535 for 2025/26 and £9,790 for 2026/27 (with 2026/27 noted as subject to parliamentary approval). NTU's international fees page lists 2026 undergraduate international fees at £18,700 for some schools (including Nottingham Business School) and £17,950 for other subjects. NTU's official notable alumni page includes names such as Matt Berry, Jonathan Glazer, and Frances Quinn.
PBSA is a practical choice for many NTU students because it offers a simple, student-focused setup in a busy city-centre market. Nottingham has a wide range of student housing, but PBSA often makes the booking process easier, especially if you are moving to the city for the first time or arriving from overseas.
Most PBSA options near NTU include all bills in the rent, which usually covers utilities and Wi-Fi. This makes monthly budgeting much easier than standard private rentals where students often need to split separate bills and manage multiple accounts. PBSA buildings also usually include student-focused features such as secure entry, study rooms, bike storage, and shared social spaces.
Because many NTU students study at City Campus and want quick access to central Nottingham, PBSA can also help you secure a convenient location with a predictable commute. Instead of comparing lots of private rentals, you can shortlist PBSA by weekly rent, distance to campus, and room type first.
Below are popular PBSA options listed on BestStudentHalls for Nottingham Trent University. Prices and availability can change, so check the live listing before booking.
Trinity Square, Nottingham
Trinity Square is listed from £134/week and around 0.2 miles from Nottingham Trent University on the BestStudentHalls NTU listing page. It is one of the closest options currently shown and is a strong choice for students who want a very short walk to City Campus and central Nottingham amenities. It suits students who prioritise location and straightforward PBSA budgeting with all-bills student accommodation. View on BestStudentHalls
Curzon House, Nottingham
Curzon House is listed from £119/week and around 0.5 miles from NTU. It is one of the lower-cost options in the highlighted list while still staying within a manageable walking distance for many City Campus students. This makes it a strong value pick for students who want a central location without moving into higher-price PBSA ranges. View on BestStudentHalls
Hockley Point, Nottingham
Hockley Point is listed from £102/week and around 0.6 miles from NTU, making it one of the most affordable current options on the BestStudentHalls NTU page. It is a practical choice for students who want to keep rent low while still living close enough to campus and the city centre to avoid a long commute. This is a good option to compare early if budget is your top priority. View on BestStudentHalls
Radford Mill, Nottingham
Radford Mill is listed from £130/week and around 0.7 miles from NTU. It offers a good mid-range balance between price and location, and the listing highlights a typical all-bills PBSA setup with common student amenities. It can suit students who want a city location with strong facilities while keeping costs below many premium central options. View on BestStudentHalls
Russell View, Nottingham
Russell View is listed from £130/week and around 0.5 miles from NTU. It is another strong value option for students who want to stay relatively close to campus and compare similar price points against Curzon House or Radford Mill. If your priority is a practical all-bills PBSA room with a manageable commute, Russell View is worth shortlisting. View on BestStudentHalls
The Waterways, Nottingham
The Waterways is listed from £148/week and around 0.6 miles from NTU. It is a good all-round choice for students who want a central Nottingham PBSA option with a short commute and a wider amenity set. This can be a strong fit if you are willing to pay a bit more than the lowest-cost options for a more premium communal-facilities setup. View on BestStudentHalls
Winfield Court, Nottingham
Winfield Court is listed from £165/week and around 0.8 miles from NTU. It sits in a higher price bracket than the budget options above and is better suited to students who want newer-style PBSA amenities and are comfortable paying more for building quality and facilities. It is a strong option for students comparing premium-leaning PBSA in central Nottingham. View on BestStudentHalls
York House, Nottingham
York House is listed from £169/week and around 0.4 miles from NTU, combining a short commute with a higher starting price than many value-led options in the list. It is a useful option for students who prioritise being closer to campus and city-centre access while comparing room type and amenity differences against other mid-to-premium properties. View on BestStudentHalls
This is the most convenient area for many NTU students because City Campus is in the heart of Nottingham. Living here means easy access to lectures, the library, shops, nightlife, and transport links. PBSA in this area is popular and can book up early because it suits students who want to walk to campus.
Hockley and the Lace Market are popular with students who want a lively city-centre feel with cafes, restaurants, and independent venues nearby. The area is well placed for NTU City Campus and usually offers good walkability. It suits students who want a more social city lifestyle while staying close to university buildings.
This area is a common choice for NTU students because it offers quick access to campus while often giving a slightly calmer feel than the busiest nightlife streets. It is practical for walking and public transport, and several student accommodation buildings are based around this part of the city. Many students choose it for the balance of convenience and day-to-day practicality.
Lenton and Radford are popular wider student areas in Nottingham and can work for NTU students who are happy with a longer walk, cycle, or bus commute. These areas are often considered when students want to compare value or different property styles beyond the closest city-centre blocks. They can also work well for students balancing access to different Nottingham campuses.
This area is increasingly relevant for some newer PBSA options and can be a good fit for students who want city-centre access with modern developments nearby. Commutes to NTU City Campus are still manageable by walking, cycling, or short bus journeys depending on the exact building. It is worth comparing if you want newer facilities and do not mind being slightly farther than the closest NTU options.
NTU offers a strong city-based student experience, and the university's Student Life pages highlight 130+ societies and 50 sports clubs, so getting involved outside lectures is usually straightforward. Nottingham itself is a major student city, which means accommodation decisions often shape your daily routine, budget, and social life just as much as your course timetable.
If you want to compare NTU's own accommodation route before booking PBSA, NTU's accommodation guarantee page states that first-year accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate applicants (terms and conditions apply). NTU's "How to book accommodation" page also says bookings for new students starting in September 2026 opened on Tuesday 10 February 2026, and explains that students usually need their NTU ID, plus acceptance of their offer (and UCAS processing time where relevant) before booking.
Even if you plan to check the NTU/UPP route first, it is sensible to shortlist private PBSA at the same time. NTU also notes private accommodation is booked directly with private providers. PBSA is a useful alternative if you want a specific city-centre location, a different room style, or if your preferred option through the university route is unavailable. For September 2026, early comparison is the safest approach.
Based on the current BestStudentHalls NTU listing used for this page, the highlighted PBSA options start from about £102/week and go up to around £169/week. That gives a rough monthly PBSA rent range of about £442 to £732 per month (using a 4.33-week month) for the sample properties listed above, depending on room type, contract length, and distance from campus.
Nottingham is often more affordable than London and some other major UK student cities, but PBSA prices can still vary a lot. In practice, the biggest differences usually come from location (especially central/walkable NTU options), room type (shared en-suite vs studio), and amenity level. Premium city-centre buildings and newer developments can cost noticeably more than value-focused en-suite options.
Most PBSA options listed near Nottingham Trent University include all bills in the rent, which typically covers utilities and Wi-Fi. This makes PBSA easier to budget for than private rentals where students may need to pay separate energy and broadband costs on top of rent.
As a simple monthly planning guide for many NTU students:
If you want to minimise total monthly costs, the best strategy is usually to compare commute-to-price value early and book before lower-priced rooms sell out.
Nottingham Trent University is a strong choice for students who want a city-centre campus, a busy student city, and a wide PBSA market with options across different budgets. For September 2026, shortlist early and compare three things first: weekly price, distance to your main NTU campus (especially City Campus), and contract length. PBSA is often the simplest route for predictable budgeting because bills are usually included, and it gives you a strong alternative if your preferred NTU/UPP option is not available.
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