🏡 Where to Live as a Nottingham Trent Student: The Ultimate Area Guide

Welcome to Nottingham Trent University! Whether you’re a bright-eyed fresher or a returning postgrad, one question looms large every year: where should I live?

Nottingham is a diverse, student-friendly city with loads of neighbourhoods to choose from — each with its own vibe, price tag, and perks. So we’ve broken it down for you. Here’s the ultimate area guide for NTU students looking for student accommodation in Nottingham.

🎯 1. Arboretum: The NTU Sweet Spot

Just a stone’s throw from the NTU city campus, Arboretum is a long-time favourite with Trent students.

✅ Walking distance to lectures

✅ Close to the tram stops and Victoria Centre

✅ Lovely green space at the Arboretum Park

✅ Popular for second- and third-year students

You’ll find loads of student houses, ensuite rooms, and private flats in this area — often with bills included, which makes budgeting easy.

Search for student houses in Arboretum

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🌳 2. Forest Fields: Budget-Friendly & Full of Character

If you’re after value for money, Forest Fields should be high on your list.

✅ Cheaper rent than the city centre

✅ Quick tram ride or walk to NTU

✅ Nearby shops and takeaways

✅ Popular with postgrads and international students

This area is great for room-by-room lets, and you’ll still be close enough to NTU to roll out of bed and make your 9am.

🏙️ 3. Nottingham City Centre: Live in the Heart of It All

Want to be in the thick of the action? Then go for the City Centre — it’s trendy, central, and packed with amenities.

✅ 2-minute walk to NTU

✅ Surrounded by bars, shops, cafés, and nightlife

✅ Ideal for students wanting modern, private flats

✅ Ensuite and studio options available

It’s also where you’ll find lots of private student accommodation, often with luxury features like gyms, cinema rooms, and communal lounges.

🌇 4. Radford: A Bit Further, But Big on Space

A bit more residential, Radford is a solid option for bigger groups.

✅ Larger houses — ideal for 4+ housemates

✅ Mix of NTU and University of Nottingham students

✅ Quick bus ride or 20–30 min walk to NTU

✅ Lower rent than the city centre

If you want more space for less money, this is where to look.

🏘️ 5. Lenton & Dunkirk: Cross-Uni Buzz

Although more associated with UoN, Lenton and Dunkirk also attract NTU students who don’t mind a commute in exchange for:

✅ Buzzing student culture

✅ Loads of takeaways and cafes

✅ Bigger houses

✅ Strong social scene

Trent students studying at the Clifton or Brackenhurst campuses also live here, especially if they want to mix with friends at other unis.

🔍 NTU Student Accommodation FAQs

What’s the best area for first-years?

Most first-years live in halls, but second-years tend to move to Arboretum or Forest Fields.

Can I find private student housing with ensuite rooms near NTU?

Absolutely — many private accommodations and house shares offer ensuite rooms, especially in the City Centre and Arboretum.

Is student accommodation in Nottingham bills included?

Most of our listings are bills included — so no surprises when winter hits.

What’s the average rent for NTU student housing?

Prices range from around £95/week in Forest Fields to £150+/week for city centre studios.

🎯 Final Tips for NTU Students House Hunting in 2025/26

✔️ Start early – But don’t panic if it’s summer — there’s a second rush in August/September

✔️ Be flexible – Try house shares, room-by-room lets, or short-term contracts

✔️ Prioritise service – Look for responsive maintenance, transparent deposits, and a friendly agent (like us 👋)

🧭 Need Help Finding NTU Student Accommodation?

We’ve helped hundreds of NTU students find the perfect pad — from budget-friendly digs to modern studios with all the extras.

Call our Nottingham office on 01157 848 600, or explore listings online at:

👉 student-housing.co.uk/nottingham

🎓 Ready to House-Hunt?

Whether you’re after ensuite rooms, private accommodation, or house shares with your mates, Nottingham has something for every NTU student.

Let Student Housing Nottingham help you make the right move.

📍 We know Nottingham. We were students here.