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About the Property
Elmstead Place student accommodation is located at 48, Elmstead Rd, Colchester, CO4 3GD, United Kingdom. This student accommodation in Colchester offers modern ensuite and studio apartments for students near the top universities. The University of Essex is a 5-minute drive from here. Colchester Sixth Form College is an 11-minute drive away from the property.
Colchester is a student-friendly city in the county of Essex in the East of England. Around 7,700 students choose this city for their education. In the safety index, it scores 53.67 and Wivenhoe, Prettygate, Haven Road, and Magdalen Street are some of the safest and most affordable neighbourhoods for students in the city. With a climate index score of 86.41, you get to live in clean surroundings with good quality air and nice weather. The healthcare index score of 74.01 indicates that you will get the best medical facilities close to your student accommodation in Colchester.
Colchester is more affordable than other major cities in the United Kingdom, like London. It scores 63.41 in the cost of living index. A student can expect a monthly expenditure of around £1,300 to £1,600 per month. This includes rent and other necessities. With proper planning and conscious choices, you can make the best of your living. Choosing Elmstead Place is a wise decision for its budget-friendly aspect. With an employment rate of 75.5%, Colchester offers a healthy and competitive job market to fresh graduates. You can study nursing in the UK and work in one of the top sectors, like healthcare. Other major sectors include education, social work, retail and more.
Features
Elmstead Place Colchester offers cosy apartments ranging from a Standard Townhouse Studio to a 7 Bed Townhouse Extra Large Premier Ensuite. Each room comes with its own set of amenities; you can choose one that meets your needs. For your comfortable living, the rooms have a double bed with shelving units like under-bed storage, headboard storage, a double wardrobe, and a drawer space.
Coat hooks, a USB charging point, stools, and a light switch are available for conventional uses at Elmstead Place. The bathrooms come with a shower, a WC, and a full-length mirror to provide a hygienic experience. The kitchens are equipped with modern appliances such as a 2-ring hob with extractor, microwave oven, and an integrated fridge with freezer compartment. These make your chores easy and quick. You can study at ease with a study desk, chair and a pinboard.
Elmstead Place Colchester student accommodation provides many common amenities to all the students living here. These include a variety of communal spaces, like an exclusive landscaped courtyard and a TV lounge. Up to 100 Mbps free Wi-Fi and broadband throughout the study spaces and building is available. The property is close to the University of Essex’s Colchester campus with an accessible entrance.
If you face any inconvenience at Elmstead Place, you can contact the on-site maintenance. You get free contents insurance for your rooms. Your practical needs can be met with on-site laundry facilities, secure bike storage, parcel service, postal services, and parcel lockers. The complex has secure access with a keycard access and is under 24/7 CCTV. However, pets are not allowed on the property. Your bills include water, electricity, wifi, and heating. These facilities make your living easy here.
Location and What's Hot?
Convenience stores, educational institutions, and a variety of social spaces are in the vicinity of Elmstead Place. You can pursue some of the most employable degrees in the UK at Colchester Institute and University Campus Suffolk. You can do your pantry shopping at Tesco Superstore and Starry Mart. Welpharm Pharmacy and Boots Pharmacy are nearby for buying necessary medication.
You can get tasty and wholesome sandwiches at Subway. Bambu Vietnamese offers a fine dining experience with traditional Vietnamese food. The Kitchen and Angela's Coffee Shop provide aromatic coffees with tasty quick bites. The Spinnaker and Sub Zero are students’ favourite hangout spaces for drinking and dancing. You can begin your weekend or spend time with your friends at these amazing social spots near Elmstead Place.
Colchester Castle Museum has vaults and interactive displays with exhibits on Roman Britain for your learning. Colchester Zoo is open for fun encounters with over 200 species in the themed habitats, like the African Savannah. Art lovers can visit the Firstsite Art Gallery, which has rotating exhibitions from UK and international artists. Castle Park and Beth Chatto Gardens provide a much-needed break from the bustling city life with their boating lakes, play area, and award-winning gardens. You can visit all these fascinating tourist attractions during your stay at Elmstead Place.
Commute
Colchester has new walking and cycling paths integrated into the Rapid Transit design. The bus routes connect the city centre to the nearby areas and suburbs. You can get on a bus from Knowledge Gateway and Mascot Square. The trains are operated by Greater Anglia and connect the neighbouring cities, like Liverpool and Ipswich. You can board a train for intercity travel from Hythe and Colchester Town. All these convenient modes of transportation are located near Elmstead Place.
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Room Types (6)
Premium Townhouse Studio
Ground Floor Premier Studio
Standard Townhouse Studio
Townhouse Deluxe Studio
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Payment Policies (5)
- Booking DepositThis property requires booking deposit.
- Security DepositThis property requires security deposit.
- Pay In InstalmentThis property offers 1, 4 flexible instalment plans.
For 26-27 AY:-
You need to pay £150 as an advanced Rent.
For 26-27 AY:-
To secure your room, a Holding Deposit is required at the time of booking.
1. Once your tenancy begins, the Holding Deposit will convert into a refundable Security Deposit.
2. All deposits are protected and registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), a government-approved tenancy deposit protection provider.
End of Tenancy Process
1. A final room inspection will be conducted before your move-out.
2. If any deductions are necessary (e.g. for damages or cleaning), these will be discussed with you directly.
3. Provided the room and its contents are in the same condition as when you moved in and your bank details have been submitted via the Portal, your deposit will be refunded within 10 working days.
Refund Policy
1. If you cancel your booking within 14 days of receiving your Accommodation Offer, you will be entitled to a full refund.
2. After 14 days, the Holding Deposit becomes non-refundable, unless stated otherwise in our cancellation policy.
Note: This non-refundable clause does not apply to properties located in Scotland.
For 26-27 AY:-
1. Full Instalment
2. 4 Instalment
1. You can pay via Recurring Card, Direct Debit or via Bank Transfer.
2. Cash and Cheques will not be accepted and will be turned away if presented at site.
3. Recurring Card payments can be selected at the time of booking and Direct Debit can be selected by the online portal. If an alternative method of payment is required, such as a bank transfer, or you wish to change your payment method, please contact the property team directly for details.
For 26-27 AY:-
1. If you choose to pay your rent in three instalments, you must provide a UK-based guarantor.
2. A guarantor is not required if you pay the full annual rent in advance.
3. International students who do not have a UK-based guarantor may use Housing Hand to enable payment in instalments instead of making a single upfront payment.
4. A guarantor must be aged 18 or over and agrees to take joint financial responsibility for the tenancy, including paying the rent if the student is unable to do so.
Please Note: The property reserves the right to pursue the guarantor for any outstanding amounts, so it is essential that the guarantor fully understands and accepts these obligations.
Cancellation Policies (4)
- Cooling Off PeriodThis property offers cooling-off period.
- No Visa No PayThis property allows cancellation due to visa rejection.
- No Place No PayThis property allows cancellation if admission is not secured.
- Replacement Tenant AcceptedThis property allows cancellation upon finding replacement tenant.
For 26-27 AY:-
1. The tenancy agreement has already commenced and if you have not collected your key, you may also cancel at any time within the period of fourteen (14) days of the date on which you sign your first tenancy agreement for the 2026/27 Academic Year or Semester (the "Cooling-off Period").
2. During the cancellation period you may cancel your tenancy, by giving notice in writing or by e-mail to the manager at the property.
3. Once we receive such a notice, we will confirm receipt, cancel your tenancy, and will refund your advance rent payment, together with any other payment of rent you may have made.
Note: Cancelling after the cooling-off period means the deposit is non-refundable, and you (and your guarantor if applicable) are responsible for the tenancy obligations.
For 26-27 AY:-
Cancelling as you do not receive your visa
1. If you are not successfully awarded a visa to travel and study, then we can help.
2. Firstly, we may be able to transfer you to another one of our residences around the globe if you are going to study elsewhere.
3. If you are not going to study elsewhere or we do not have accommodation available in your new city/town of study, we will release you from your tenancy agreement provided the following criteria are met:
a) You submit your request to cancel, in writing or by e-mail to the manager at the property, within 3 days of your visa rejection letter: and
b) You provide the manager with a copy of your rejection letter from the embassy or visa office.
4. If your tenancy has commenced, you will remain liable for the rent payable under the tenancy agreement until receipt of the above.
For 26-27 AY:-
This is applicable to prospective first-year undergraduate students only
1. If you are not successful in obtaining your place at your chosen university, then don’t worry, we can help. Firstly, we may be able to transfer you to another one of our residences if you are going to study elsewhere.
2. If you are not going to study elsewhere or we do not have accommodation available in your new city/town of study, we will release you from your tenancy agreement provided the following criteria are met:
a) You submit your request to cancel, in writing or by e-mail to the manager at the property, before 22nd August 2026; and
b) You provide the manager with a copy of your rejection letter from the University or UCAS.
3. Once we have your request, we will confirm receipt and refund your advance rent payment, together with any other rent payments you may have made.
For 26-27 AY:-
1. Outside the cooling-off period, you may request to cancel your tenancy, by notice in writing or by e-mail to the manager at the property.
2. However, you shall remain liable for the rent payable under the terms of the tenancy agreement until a suitable replacement tenant has been secured. It is the tenant’s responsibility to find and suggest a suitable replacement.
3. Liability for rent will continue until the replacement tenant has successfully completed their fourteen (14) day cooling-off period.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is smoking allowed in the accommodation?
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Can parcels be delivered to residents?
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Do students need to pay council tax?
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What fire safety measures are in place?
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Student Accommodations in Colchester
Colchester Student Accommodation
Finding a perfect Colchester student accommodation is important for students so that they can focus on their studies peacefully. Colchester can be called a student city commonly, as it is a home to several universities and colleges. Colchester has the University of Essex in which approx 15,000 students study. The city has approx 12,000+ international students every year. Because of the large student population in Colchester, on-campus Colchester student accommodation, like private halls and uni halls, fills up quickly, making off-campus student rentals Colchester a popular choice for most of the students.
You can find private rooms, shared flats, en-suite apartments, or cosy studios that fit your style and needs. Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed specifically for students. Students usually live in fully furnished accommodations that includes a bed, clothes storage, desk, and chair. Amber makes it easy to find Colchester student accommodation in your budget. Whether you study at the University of Essex or the University of Suffolk, amber helps you find a home in the nearby areas. Some of the top student lets in Colchester includes The Maltings or 27 Magdalen Street, which have comfy rooms and a friendly vibe.
About Colchester
Colchester is a town located in Essex, southeast England which has a rich history. Colchester is known for its typical brutalist architecture. It is Britain’s oldest recorded town which has a historic castle to visit. The town has a population of about 140,000 people and also includes 33,000 students which gives the town it's young and energetic feel. There are places like Castle Park and other green spaces that are perfect for relaxing and hanging out with friends after class. The University of Essex is the main academy in Colchester. It is well-known for its courses and research opportunities.
Colchester also has Colchester Free Festival, which is a fun event with music and dancing. Other events such as art fairs and markets are also there which makes the town fun for young people. The town also have a very good public transportation system, for example even if your friend stays in London student accommodation then you can reach him or her in less than an hour by train. The centre of the town has cafes, pubs, and restaurants, where you can visit to chill & relax. There are also theatres such as The Mercury Theatre, where you can go to enjoy plays and shows on evenings. The town's welcoming vibe and ample amount of student accommodation Colchester options makes it a fantastic place for students.
Best & Affordable Student Accommodation In Colchester
Amber provides a list of student apartments Colchester which comes with facilities like wi-fi, laundry and communal areas where you can make friends. There are alos options for short term stays. Some of the student housing in Colchester provides options for both academic year and summer stays. One good thing about Colchester is that the average cost of accommodation in Colchester is 6% lower than the national average. Some of the best student accommodation in Colchester are:
| Student accommodation in Colchester | Top Amenities | Nearest Uni / Distance | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maltings, Colchester | Gym, Laundry Facility, Bills Included, Study Area, Ultra-fast WiFi, Table Football, CCTV, Security Doors, Outdoor Courtyard, Common Area | 2.4 miles from city center (approx. 11 min) | £119/week |
| 27 Magdalen Street, Colchester | Dual Occupancy, Bills Included, Laundry Facility, Communal Lounge, Games Area, Study Area, Free WiFi (200mb), Gaming Facilities, Secure Key Fob Access, Wheelchair Accessible Rooms | 1.2 miles from city center (approx. 7 min) | £128/week |
| Enso, Colchester | Study Area, Games Room, Gym, Coffee Bar, TV Lounge, Bike Storage, Laundry Services, Courtyard, Garden, Pool Table, Parking, 24-Hour Security | 2.4 miles from city center (approx. 10 min) | £185/week |
| Elmstead Place, Colchester | Study Area, Laundry Facility, Bike Storage, High Speed WiFi, TV Lounge, Parcel Service, Contents Insurance, Keycard Access, Courtyard | 2.5 miles from city center (approx. 10 min) | £205/week |
Best Areas To Live In Colchester
The right transport connectivity will greatly affect how enjoyable your time at university will be while studying in Colchester. Below you will find a number of ideal areas to live throughout your academic year based on their distance from your place of study and the types of accommodation available to students in closeness to Essex University, Colchester.
| Area | Atmosphere | Proximity to University (Essex vs. UCC) |
|---|---|---|
| Hythe | Near River Colne; features shared flats, Tesco Express, and Quayside Cafe. | Closest to Essex: ~10–15 min walk or short cycle. UCC is ~15 mins away by bus. |
| City Centre | Busy hub with shops, markets, and Three Wise Monkeys bar. | Closest to UCC: ~10–15 min walk. University of Essex is ~15–20 mins by bus. |
| Greenstead | Large student community with a Co-op and community center. | Closest to Essex: ~15–20 min walk. UCC requires a ~20 min bus ride. |
| Wivenhoe | Quiet riverside village with a bookshop and The Rose and Crown pub. | Closest to Essex: ~5 min by bus/train or a 25 min scenic walk. UCC is ~10 mins by train. |
Room Types for Student Accommodation in Colchester
Colchester has a wide range of accommodation options designed to meet different budgets. Most accommodations are fully furnished normally including a bed, clothes storage, desk, and chair. Here’s are the availabe accommodation in Colchester.
1. Ensuite Rooms - En suite apartments in Colchester have a private bedroom and attached bathroom, giving students personal space while living in shared accommodation.
Privacy: A private bathroom.
Shared Living Areas: Kitchen and lounge are shared.
Ideal For: Students wanting privacy with the option to socialise sometimes.
2. Non-Ensuite Rooms - Non-ensuite rooms have private bedroom with a shared bathroom, making them budget-friendly options.
Privacy: Bedroom remains personal, bathroom is shared with others.
Shared Living Areas: Shared Kitchens and communal areas.
Ideal For: Students looking for affordable housing with community living.
3. Shared Apartments
Shared cheap student flats in Colchester have individual bedrooms while residents share bathrooms, kitchens, and lounges.
Privacy: Bedrooms are private.
Shared Living Areas: Strong focus on social living.
Ideal For: Students who enjoy community and making friends.
4. Private Rooms
Private apartments provide a full private residence with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen solely for one person. Private accommodations often include amenities such as all-bills-inclusive rent, Wi-Fi, contents insurance, on-site laundry, and secure bike storage.
Privacy: Full privacy .
Shared Living Areas: None.
Ideal For: Students who want full independence.
5. Studios - Studio apartments in Colchester are independent spaces with a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen.
Privacy: Complete independence.
Shared Living Areas: No.
Ideal For: Students who prefer independence.
Cost of Living In Colchester
Careful budgeting while living in Colchester as a student can make a very affordable cost of living, if you create a budget to aim for each month that is in the region of £1,300–£1,600, (which is also the average cost of living) so you will be able to live comfortably. Tuition fees are excluded from this estimate, and it will vary according to your individual personal spending habits including how much, and how you are managing your monthly living expenses for bills. Below is a list of normal cost breakdowns for costs other than rent for student lets in Colchester:
1. Food: £30–£70 per week.
2. Gas and Electricity: £20–£40 per week.
3. Internet & Mobile Phone: £15–£30 per week.
4. Laundry: £10–£20 per week. ( Costing about £3 per wash. )
5. Clothing: £30–£60 per month.
6. Travel (Buses, Trains): £30–£100 per month.
Student Travel in Colchester
It’s simple for students in Colchester to travel around. With all the affordable ways you can travel around, whether you are going to your class at the University of Essex, exploring Colchester, or visiting places nearby. Travelling around Colchester will be easy to do if you are travelling to local attractions or going to class from your student housing Colchester. When travelling from your Colchester student accommodation to other places, refer to this brief guide to some of the travel services you can use to help you while in Colchester, and there are many of them.
| Mode of Transport | Key Routes | Student Pricing & Discounts |
|---|---|---|
| Buses (First Essex / Arriva) | Connects Hythe, Greenstead, and the City Centre to the University of Essex (UoE). | UoE Discounted Pass: Weekly for ~£18.70 (Inner Zone). Monthly passes cost ~£60.00. Termly/Annual passes are also available. |
| Trains (Greater Anglia) | Direct links from Colchester/Hythe to London Liverpool St, Ipswich, and Norwich. | 1/3 Off: Use a 16–25 Railcard (£35/year). Local singles start around £6; London advance tickets from ~£10.50. |
| Bicycles | Flat routes like the Wivenhoe Trail link the campus to local residential areas. | Free Maintenance: Visit "Dr Bike" on campus (Wednesdays, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM) for free health checks and minor repairs. |
| Walking | Compact paths; Hythe and Greenstead are within a 15–25 minute walk of the UoE. | Free. Best for students living in University Quays, The Meadows, or Greenstead. |
- Elmstead Place: 5-minute drive away
- Hythe Mills: 7-minute drive away
- 27 Magdalen Street: 12-minute drive away
Student Lifestyle and Living in Colchester
Culinary diversity abounds in Colchester. From popular restaurants such as The Natural Pantry, a local produce supplier that prepares meals using organic, locally sourced products for healthy-eating students, to pubs such as The Royal Oak serving traditional British fare, there really is a wide variety of places to eat when you break your fast. For a more social atmosphere, Colchester has several good pubs with many of them in The Fox Inn area, an ideal location to relax with friends after a long day.
Colchester has many historic buildings and sites of interest to visit such as the ruins of St. Botolph's Priory. Colchester Castle is Europe's largest Norman castle with 2500 years of historical artifacts on display. The city also hosts several major festivals each year (Colchester Food Festival, June) as well as exciting cultural events and festivities (Colchester Arts Festival-performance) which provide engaging experiences for students in Colchester. The Colchester Film Festival is perfect for avid moviegoer; there are art galleries, ice skating rinks, bowling alleys, theatres and movie theatres for you to use at your time-out. There are plenty of green areas and parks throughout Colchester for students to enjoy and to have fun when living as a student here. Castle Park is in the centre of Colchester and is great for a relaxing afternoon out and also provides a lovely view, along with plenty of space to do recreation outside.
Top Universities in Colchester
Colchester is home to some prestigious universities that draw students from around the world. Here's a look at the top universities in Colchester:
| University Name | Courses Offered | Colchester student accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| University of Essex | Social Sciences, Business, Law | The Maltings |
| Colchester Institute | Health, Business, Arts | Enso student accommodation |