We have family accommodation in great locations around Leeds; rooms and flats vary, some are on campus and some are nearby. Rents vary depending on the location and size of the property.
- international students (i.e. paying fees at the international rate) on a fulltime course
- students wishing to live with their partner and/or children (you don't have to be married or be in a heterosexual relationship, lone parents are also eligible to apply)
We are sorry but we are unable to house extended family members ie parents or families with more than three children
There are 150 family properties and there is currently a waiting list, so unfortunately we are unable to guarantee family accommodation. If we can't find you a suitable property we will keep you on the waiting list if you complete the application form.
Many students with families choose to look for private accommodation - UNIPOL Student Homes can give you lots of help and we recommend you visit their website.
We strongly advise you to come to Leeds early to arrange accommodation before your family travels to Leeds.
- complete a family accommodation form and return it to us as soon as possible. Copies are available by request at the Students Services Centre or via emailing accom@leeds.ac.uk
- we are only able to make you one offer of accommodation. If you're not happy with this offer you have the opportunity to reapply
- please give us accurate contact details and update us with any changes to them.
- Only the people you put on your application form can live in the property. You mustn't let anyone else live in the property, or your contract will be cancelled
- with the exception of guide dogs (by prior arrangement), animals are not allowed in any University of Leeds accommodation
University of Leeds' properties offer the independence you would expect to find in the private sector, but with all the benefits of being owned by the University of Leeds, providing for your welfare, safety and security needs, at reasonable rent prices and with a quality assurance that all our accommodation meets the approved Code of Standards.
The size and layout of the properties vary, some have one bedroom and are suitable for a couple or a couple with a baby; others have two to three bedrooms, suitable for a couple with two to three children. We also have some studio apartments, with a lounge/bedroom.
All properties have bathroom facilities and a kitchen, complete with cookers and a fridge/freezer. Some also have a lounge.
The rent you pay includes your water payments, but in most properties you will have to pay for gas and electric separately.
For your convenience, the majority of our properties are very close to campus.
University contracts initially last until June in the year you move in. You can stay over the summer and the following year, or until your course finishes (provided you pay your rent), but the contract end date must always be June or September.
For University of Leeds properties, you can sign your contract immediately and return it to us, together with a £260 deposit. Your deposit will be returned to you when you leave the property, minus any outstanding costs
In University of Leeds family accommodation, you have access to your warden (a member of University staff), to whom you can turn to for advice or for help sorting out any problems. Besides your warden, you have the support of the International Student Office for further information. The International student office can help you with placing your children in local schools, visa, services for partners of students and more.
Download the Postgraduate & Families Accommodation Guide here
Some of our properties are owned by Unipol, a registered charity dealing with student accommodation. The University of Leeds has a 100% nomination rights to some of its family accommodation - which mean that the accommodation is exclusive to University of Leeds students but you will sign a contract with Unipol, rather than with The University of Leeds.
- you must come and view the property before you sign your contract
- pay a deposit of £300 plus one month's rent in advance. If your tenancy begins mid-month, you pay just the remainder of the month's rent
You have to pay for water, gas and electricity separately and open an account with these suppliers yourself.
Your contract with Unipol will run for one year and can be renewed until you finish your course or leave the University (provided you continue to pay your rent).
Most Unipol properties are refurbished flats that are comfortable and cheap to run.
Unipol also have a few houses with four bedrooms suitable for large families, but these are in very short supply. If you have a large family (4 children or above) you must contact Unipol to see if one is becoming available before you come to Leeds. Rents vary depending on the location and size of the property..
Download the Postgraduate & Families Accommodation Guide here
Look on the Unipol website for information on house hunting in Leeds, costs, contracts and deposits. Through the website, you can join the family list and register your details.