Accommodation FAQs

The application process depends on your offer type. For full details on how to apply, key dates, and what happens next, please visit our Applying for Accommodation page.

Application dates vary depending on your offer type and may change from year to year. For the latest information on when applications open and the deadlines that apply to you, please visit our Applying for Accommodation page.

This depends on your offer type. We recommend following the accommodation application process outlined on our How to Apply page, where you'll find information about selecting your hall preferences and how allocations are made.

This depends on your offer type and the application route available to you. Some students can book a room directly through our live booking system, while others will be asked to submit preferences. Popular room types, particularly self-catered en-suite rooms, are in high demand and often book quickly. For more information on the options available to you, please visit our Applying for Accommodation page.

Undergraduate students who choose Loughborough as their firm choice and register by the published deadline are guaranteed a place in halls. For other offer types, eligibility may vary, so we recommend checking the How to Apply page for full details.

If you apply through our Book Now live booking system, you’ll find out your hall straight away. If you apply through a preference-based route (such as Art and Design Foundation, Insurance or Clearing), it may take a couple of weeks for us to process allocations. For more information, please see our How to Apply page.

Move-in day depends on which hall you are allocated to. You can find your specific move-in date by visiting our Moving In page.

No, we do not require a deposit for our accommodation. Hall fees are typically paid in three termly instalments (usually in October, January and May), which align with when most students receive their maintenance loan from Student Finance England.

We provide a range of essential items in your accommodation, including bedding basics (such as pillows in most halls), kitchen appliances like a kettle and toaster, cooking equipment, furniture, and cleaning equipment. However, you will still need to bring personal items such as bedding (if not provided), towels, toiletries, and anything that helps make your room feel like home.

For a full and detailed checklist of what is provided, what we recommend bringing, and what you should avoid bringing, please refer to our dedicated What to Pack page.

The hall you book is the one you will be living in for the duration of your contract. If you are very unhappy, you can submit a transfer request, however this normally only opens around four weeks after the move-in date. For more information, please see our Transfers and Cancellations page.

Our halls are very safe, with 24/7 security on campus, secure key access for individual rooms, and card access required for blocks and main entrances. In our annual customer satisfaction survey for 2025, 96% of students said they felt safe and secure in their accommodation.

Shared bathrooms are clean, convenient, and a great way to meet people. They’re cleaned regularly by our housekeeping team, with toilet roll and soap topped up, and are often easier to use than expected as students tend to have different schedules so queuing is rarely an issue. For more information, see our shared bathroom page. 

Accommodation costs vary depending on the hall and room type you choose. For full and up-to-date pricing information, please see our Hall fees and legal information page.

Your rent covers your accommodation along with utilities such as heating, water, electricity and internet access. Most rooms also include essential furnishings like a bed, desk, chair, storage, curtains, and a desk lamp, with shared kitchen equipment provided in halls so you can settle in easily. In catered halls, your meals are also included. 

Yes - all utilities are included in your accommodation cost, including water, heating, electricity and internet access, so there are no separate bills to pay.

Yes. All students living in halls are covered by contents insurance through Howden for Students for the duration of their stay. You can view your policy details, confirm your cover, and access claims support online or via the Howden app. For more information, please see our contents insurance page. 

No - you don’t need to buy everything from scratch. Most rooms come fully furnished with essentials like a bed, desk, chair, storage, curtains and a desk lamp, and kitchens are equipped with appliances such as a fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster and cooking facilities depending on your hall type.

You’ll just need to bring personal items like bedding, towels, kitchen utensils and crockery, as well as anything you want to make your room feel more comfortable. For full guidance, see our What to pack page.

No extra charges are expected beyond your rent.

However, damage to your room or shared areas beyond fair wear and tear may be charged, along with things like lost keys or admin fees for certain requests (e.g. room transfers or contract changes).

Laundry is paid per use via a mobile app, so there’s no need for cash or coins. Depending on your hall, you’ll use either the Washstation or Circuit Laundry app to check machine availability, start a wash or dry cycle, and pay directly by card through the app.

Yes. All students living in halls have access to secure on-site bike storage. We recommend using a good-quality bike lock, and bicycles should be stored in the designated bike storage areas rather than inside residential buildings. The only exception is for members of the Cycling Club, who may bring their bike into their accommodation provided it is stored in a cycle bag. For further information, please see our dedicated bike storage page. 

Our halls are located across campus, so most students are within walking distance of their lectures. There is also a free campus shuttle bus service running every 10 minutes, making it easy to get around quickly. We don’t recommend choosing a hall based on location alone, as this can limit your options - it’s better to focus on the room type and facilities that suit you best.

Getting around campus is easy without a car thanks to the free, fully electric shuttle bus service. It runs Monday to Friday and connects key locations across campus, including the Students’ Union, Pilkington Library, Wolfson School, and Holywell Park.

The service is frequent and designed to make travelling between lectures, facilities, and accommodation quick and convenient. For more information, see Free campus shuttle bus. 

Yes. All students living in halls have access to secure on-site bike storage. We recommend using a good-quality bike lock, and bicycles should be stored in the designated bike storage areas rather than inside residential buildings. The only exception is for members of the Cycling Club, who may bring their bike into their accommodation provided it is stored in a cycle bag. For further information, please see our dedicated bike storage page. 

Most students do not need a car while studying at Loughborough, as the town and campus are compact and easily accessible by foot or bicycle, with a free campus shuttle bus also available. If you do bring a vehicle, it must be registered with the University, even if you don’t plan to park on campus. Parking permits are not usually issued to first-year students, and unregistered vehicles may be subject to charges. For more information, please see Student Parking. 

Visitors can park on campus, but the East side is often busy during core hours (08:00–17:00), so it’s recommended that visitors use the West side car parks, particularly Car Park 1 (Multi-Storey) or Holywell Car Park. From there, a free campus shuttle bus runs across campus with regular stops.

There is a short grace period for drop-offs and collections, but after this time visitors must register their parking using one of the available payment or registration options (such as the APCOA app or pay machines). Parking charges may apply if vehicles are not registered or are parked incorrectly.

For full details, see Visitors parking.