Private accommodation

Your guide to renting in Brighton & Hove.

Aerial view of houses in Brighton.

Advice on private renting

Our Housing Services team provides tailored support for students renting in the private sector. We can help you by:

  • supporting you to search for student rooms and houses
  • advising you on what to consider
  • reviewing your rental agreement, and clarifying terms and conditions
  • sharing practical tips on living in Brighton & Hove across areas like recycling, bin collections and being a considerate neighbour.

We also offer specific guidance for , including .

Finding a student room or house

There are many resources to help you find a student room or house in the private sector.

Social media groups

The is a great way to find housemates and discover available rooms in student houses.

Remember: always be cautious when communicating with people online, and never transfer money without viewing the property or confirming its legitimacy.

Property search websites

Popular sites for finding private accommodation in the UK include:

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The University does not review or verify the content on these websites.

Private student halls

There are a range of private student halls across Brighton & Hove. As they're external to Sussex, you'll need to contact each provider directly for details. The university does not endorse or vet these providers.

Rent usually covers utility bills, including energy, water and internet. Most providers offer a 50/51-week contract, although some may offer a 44-week option too.

Lodging

Lodging means renting a room in someone’s home, usually with access to shared kitchen facilities. Some lodging arrangements may include meals, and should be discussed with your landlord.

Lodging can be a more affordable option for students, and may suit you if you’re looking for a quieter or more homely environment.

Community feedback

If you’re a local resident, you can report any concerns with students in your area using our community feedback form. 

We will consider the report in line with our internal community feedback process. Due to data protection requirements, we are unable to confirm whether the individuals living at the address in your report are registered at the University or not. We will also be unable to disclose details of any investigation or action that we may take.

The University does not have any statutory powers to enforce action outside of university regulations and we advise that for additional support you consider reporting your concerns to the landlord, letting agent, local Environmental Health, Private Sector Housing team at the Council and if necessary, the Police.

Depending on the nature of the issue, you may be able to make complaints to Brighton & Hove City Council, Sussex Police, or the landlord/letting agent. While the 快猫视频 doesn’t have any enforcement or statutory powers, we may pass serious allegations onto the University’s Student Discipline team for review.

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