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On Campus The Old Fire Station, Birmingham

Name: On Campus The Old Fire Station, Birmingham
Address: 83, Aston Street, Birmingham, England, B4 7DA, GB
Telephone: +918035735724
Price range: £222/week

83, Aston St, Birmingham, B4 7DA, United Kingdom

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£222

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292 ft from City Center

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gym

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About the Property

On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham address is 83, Aston St, Birmingham, B4 7DA, United Kingdom. This Birmingham student accommodation offers ensuite apartments near top universities and institutions for the students. ONCAMPUS Coventry (2-minute walk) and Aston University (3-minute walk) are near the property.

Birmingham is situated in the West Midlands region of England. It houses a student population of over 80,000 students. The cost of living in Birmingham attracts many students, as it is 38.6% cheaper than in London. A student can expect an expenditure of £1,350 to £1,500 per month. Students choose neighbourhoods, like Edgbaston and Hall Green South, for their affordability and safety factors. These are also the best places to live in Birmingham. In recent years, crime rates have dropped by 12%, showing good improvement.

While living in On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham, you can step into the employment industries of Birmingham. The employment rate is 65.9% and guarantees job opportunities in top sectors like healthcare, social services, education, retail, and professional services. The healthcare index score of 71.22 indicates good medical facilities with skilled professionals at your service. The climate index score of 87.66 ensures you live in a clean environment with less pollution. If these are not reasons enough to choose student accommodation in Birmingham, then take a look at the student life in Birmingham.

Features

On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham accommodation offers living space, like a Silver Ensuite. For a cosy sleep routine, there is a double bed provided. The kitchens come equipped with modern appliances. These include a cooker, a microwave, an oven, a freezer, and a fridge for easy storage and quick cooking. Your rigorous study sessions can take place at the desk & chair. With this, your bills include gas, electricity, water, and wifi.

On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham has common amenities, like central heating, a vacuum cleaner, recycling, and more. Students will appreciate the distraction-free study area and study room, especially during exams and tests. These are supported by strong wifi. The property is self-catered with facilities such as a vending machine. To make your chores easy, the laundry room has a washing machine and a tumble dryer.

The common room at On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham is a good place to relax or hang out with your friends. To stay fit and healthy, you can make use of the gym. The property is secured with CCTV and 24h security. For extra safety, you get a lockable bedroom with a fob entry system. During your stay here, if you come across any inconvenience, you can get in touch with the on-site maintenance services. These practical amenities elevate your living experience here.

Location and What's Hot?

Colleges, shops, restaurants and more surround On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham. It is the most sought-after student accommodation near Birmingham City University. You can also pursue many types of degrees in the UK at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and BPP University-Birmingham. Your grocery shopping can be done at Tesco Express and Sainsbury's Local. For medicine shopping, you can stop by Boots Pharmacy and Paul's Pharmacy.

Wok&Go will serve you tasty noodles in no time. For satiating fast food, you can visit Rio's Piri Piri beside it. Karibbean Kruz is one of the best restaurants in Birmingham to satisfy your cravings. Perch and Boston Tea Party in Birmingham are cafes crowded for their delicious breakfast and brunch menus. You can meet your friends here over coffee or for drinks at some of the trendy pubs and bars. The Queens Head and the Lounge near On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham are locals' favourites for the drinks and ambience here.

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery has an exciting display on archaeology, history and the finest collections of Pre-Raphaelite art in the world for your exploration. Learn about the 2,000+ marine creatures in the National SEA LIFE Centre, which has a 360° ocean tunnel. Chocolate lovers can learn about the history of chocolate and go on a 4D chocolate adventure in the Cadbury World at Bournville.You can click social media-worthy pictures with the Iron Man statue and explore the seasonal markets like the German Christmas Market at Victoria Square & City Centre. Sometimes, you can attend talks and admire the photography and sculptures from international artists at the Ikon Gallery. These are some of the best things to do in Birmingham during your stay at On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham.

Commute

There are active cycle routes in Birmingham for cyclists. The bus network is vast and connects the suburbs to the city centre in no time. You can get on a bus from James Watt Queensway and Aston St/ Gosta Green. Trains are best for cross-country transport, and the rail network easily connects to neighbouring cities like London and Manchester. You can board a train from Curzon Street Station or Birmingham Snow Hill. All these affordable commute options near On Campus The Old Fire Station Birmingham will take you to your desired destination.

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Ideally located near Birmingham's educational institutions, including Aston University and City College Coventry, ensuring easy commutes for students.
Affordable living with all bills included, offering both comfort and convenience without hidden costs.
Secure accommodation with 24-hour security, CCTV, and a fob entry system, prioritizing student safety.

Room Types (1)

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All (1)

Ensuite (1)

Ensuite

A private room with its own bathroom — Offers maximum privacy and comfort

Silver Ensuite

Starting From: £222/week

Ensuite

Private Room

Private Bathroom

Shared Kitchen

Amenities

Common Amenities

Central Heating

Common Room

Gym

Self Catered

Study Area

Study Room

Safety and Security

Lockable Bedroom

24h Security

CCTV

Fob Entry System

On Site Maintenance

Bills Included

Gas

Electricity

Water

Wi-Fi

Payment Policies (4)

Security Deposit
This property requires security deposit.
Pay In Instalment
This property offers flexible instalment plan.
Mode Of Payment
Payment via easy transaction modes.

Guarantor Requirement

Guarantor requirements and policy.

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Security Deposit

1. You will be required to pay the damage deposit of £250 along with the 1st instalment payment on the signing of the agreement. 2. The damage deposit is to be held to secure your compliance with your obligations under the agreement, especially to cover any damage to the accommodation or residence by you, your visitors or guests. 3. The property reserves the right to deduct from the damage deposit any sums due to them and any reasonable costs incurred as a result of any breach by you of the agreement or any of your visitors or guests and any bank charges incurred as a result of the deduction. 4. Such deductions may include, but are not limited to, costs in respect of cleaning and/or repair to any damage caused to the residence and its contents and any reasonable associated administrative charges, fire alarm fines, and any other reasonable costs or charges outstanding at termination of the agreement.

Pay In Instalment

1. Payment in full. 2. Payment in monthly instalments

Mode Of Payment

Bank Transfer & Online Payment

Guarantor Requirement

1. You will be required to provide a guarantor at the time of booking and they will be liable for the accommodation fees and any other charges under the agreement. 2. The property accepts both local and international guarantors, but they have to be a parent or guardian. 3. Your guarantor guarantees that you (and in your default, they) will pay the accommodation fees and any other amount due under the agreement and that you will observe and perform all your obligations under the agreement and that if you fail to pay the accommodation fees or other amount due or to observe or perform any of your obligations under the agreement, your guarantor will promptly pay or observe and perform them on request.

Cancellation Policies (7)

Cooling Off Period
This property offers cooling-off period.
No Visa No Pay
Free Cancellation if student visa is not secured
No Place No Pay
This property allows cancellation if admission is not secured.
Early termination by students
Termination of the tenancy contract before the end date is allowed.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
This property allows cancellation upon finding replacement tenant.
Deferring Studies
This property allows cancellation due to deferring studies.
Other cancellation policies
General cancellation policies may apply to this property.

Cooling Off Period

1. The property offers a 14-day cooling off period, starting from the day after the agreement is signed by all required parties. 2. In this event, all accommodation fees (and damage deposit) will be refunded by the property. Please note: No cooling off period applies if you have collected the keys to the room at the accommodation and residence from an authorised staff member. In this case, you will still be required to pay the full accommodation fees under the agreement.

No Visa No Pay

1. If termination is being requested due to a visa refusal, please provide a copy of the visa refusal letter to the property within 48 hours of you receiving the letter to be eligible for a refund of any accommodation fees and damage deposit paid to date and release from the agreement. 2. You will NOT be eligible for any refund if your visa is refused due to suspected fraud (or deemed unverifiable by UKVI) or if you have ignored their visa advice or requests from UKVI. Please note: They reserve the right to retain all accommodation fees and damage deposit paid if you claim asylum either prior to starting your course and/or then withdrawing from your course – this will depend on the circumstances of your specific case.

No Place No Pay

1. If you have failed to obtain the required qualifications to get into your first choice of University or pathway programme provider, you must provide evidence of this to the property within 72 hours of the release of your exam results to be eligible for a refund of any accommodation fees and damage deposit paid to date and release from the agreement. 2. If you do not provide evidence within this stated timeframe, you will still be required to pay the full accommodation fees listed in the agreement.

Early termination by students

1. You may also terminate the agreement by giving the property at least fourteen (14) days notice prior to the start of your first term if you decide to withdraw from your course. 2. In this event, all accommodation fees (and damage deposit) will be refunded. Please note: You will NOT be entitled to any refund if you have collected the keys to the room at the accommodation and residence from an authorised staff member. In this case, you will still be required to pay the full accommodation fees under the agreement.

Replacement Tenant Accepted

1. If you wish to leave the accommodation at any time after the commencement but before the expiry of the licence period, you must give the property notice of this. You will be solely responsible for filling the vacancy in the residence created by your departure by finding a suitable replacement occupier. They may assist with this, where possible. If you find a suitable replacement, you must notify them immediately. 2. The property is under no obligation to accept the replacement occupier. If they do agree on the suitability of the replacement occupier and they agree to terminate the agreement, they will confirm this to you in writing. The termination of the agreement will take effect on the date that the residential licence agreement with the replacement occupier commences (and not with effect from any other date). 3. The property will aim to return to you the damage deposit and any applicable refund due (less appropriate fees) within twenty eight days (28) of receipt of the replacement occupier’s damage deposit and accommodation fees for the unexpired term of licence period. Any notice given pursuant to section 9 will be validly given if it is in writing and given by you to them.

Deferring Studies

1. If you defer your studies before your course study start date and communicate this to the property before your course study start date, they will transfer your residential licence agreement to match your new study dates. 2. If you defer your studies after your course study start date, to a later study intake, this will be considered less than fourteen (14) days notice and you will still be required to pay the full accommodation fees under the agreement.

Other cancellation policies

1. If they notify you that you may terminate the agreement in accordance with section 9(g) of agreement, you will be responsible for all accommodation fees and other charges under the agreement for the period up to and including the date on which the termination takes effect. 2. The property may terminate the agreement for the following reasons: a) Where you have failed to promptly pay instalment 1, the accommodation fees or any other charges due to them under the agreement. b) If you and/or your visitors did or omitted to do anything placing the health and safety of other residents, staff, agents or neighbours of the residence at risk. c) If you and/or your visitors have intentionally, maliciously or recklessly caused damage to the residence, accommodation or contents or made additions/alterations to the residence, accommodation or contents without their permission. d) If you or your visitors have used the residence or accommodation for any illegal purpose. e) If you have invited or allowed visitors into the residence or accommodation who you know to have been previously excluded under section 5.6(k) of agreement. f) Where you have failed to comply with or have breached any other term of the agreement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I live in a single-gender flat?

They can provide single-gender flats depending on availability, please ensure that you request this when applying for a room and they will do their best to accommodate your request.

Can I choose my room?

The property allocate rooms, however, if you have any preferences or requests (i.e. higher floor), please let them know and they will accommodate these, where possible.

Is it mandatory to live in accommodation provided by the property?

If you are over 18 years old: no, it is not mandatory. If you are under 18 years old: yes, it is mandatory to live in their partnered residences.

Will bedding be supplied?

Yes, bedding packs (duvet, pillow, bedsheets) are provided for all accommodation bookings.

Will kitchen packs be supplied?

The residences normally include some appliances (such as kettle or toaster) in their kitchens. Most accommodations however do not provide kitchen supplies such as pots/pans, plates, cutlery, glasses etc. Please double check with the the property Livein team if you have any doubts. They can provide a discount code to purchase a kitchen pack to all UK students booking with them.

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Can I move in early?

The earliest possible check-in date is stated on your license agreement. Unfortunately, it is not possible to arrive any earlier.

How long is my accommodation license?

Depending on the residence, they can provide licenses for the whole academic course (September to June/July), licenses for the whole year (September to August), or shorter licenses running from September to December. You can enquire the license lengths provided for your preferred accommodation with the the property Livein team.

Are bills included with my accommodation fees?

Yes, all utility bills (gas, electricity, water, WiFi) are included with your booking.

If I’m unhappy with my room after moving in, can I move rooms?

Please let them know if you have any issues with your room after arrival, they may be able to arrange this if they have availability. If it is not possible to move, they will strive to resolve any problems with the room you may have.

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1. Bus

Birmingham has a vast bus network run by multiple companies. Adult single-trip bus fares typically cost around £2.50, although a National Express West Midlands Swift card can lower that cost to about £2.00. Weekly bus passes are discounted, costing between £15 and £20.

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4. Cycling

Birmingham promotes cycling by providing designated lanes and bike-sharing facilities. With pricing starting at £1 per hour or roughly £5 for a weekly pass, platforms like West Midlands Cycle Hire make renting bikes to students affordable.

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