Student Accommodation near University of Roehampton - Froebel College, London

Froebel College sits within the University of Roehampton's main SW15 campus, a green, parkland setting that borders Richmond Park and gives students an environment that genuinely feels different from most London university locations.

Here is what makes the location practically useful.

• On-campus accommodation options: University of Roehampton manages its own halls directly on the Froebel College grounds, including Aspen, Chadwick Halls, Garden Court, and Old Court, with weekly rents from around £115 to £320 per week and all utilities included. For students who want to be steps from lectures without managing a private tenancy, it is one of the more straightforward first-year options in south-west London.
• Lower Rents than central London: Private shared rooms in Putney and Roehampton typically run between £550 and £750 per month, which is noticeably below what you would pay for comparable rooms in Zone 1 or Zone 2. PBSA options near the campus start from around £262 per week.
• Strong bus network: Roehampton campus is served by several bus routes connecting Putney, East Putney, and the wider south-west London corridor directly to campus. The 265, 493, and 430 are the main routes used by Roehampton students, and the journey from East Putney station takes around 15 to 20 minutes by bus.
• Tooting and Southall are accessible for South Asian students: Tooting is reachable from Putney by bus in around 25 to 30 minutes, and Southall is accessible from East Putney on the District line to Ealing Broadway and one further stop by rail in around 35 minutes.
• Richmond Park is on the doorstep: The campus borders one of London's largest royal parks, which shapes the quality of outdoor space available to Roehampton students in a way that is genuinely unusual for a London university.

Best Student Accommodation Near University of Roehampton Froebel College

The following options are among the most consistently recommended near Froebel College and the wider Roehampton campus, verified from multiple sources.

Types of Student Accommodation Near University of Roehampton Froebel College

The accommodation market around Roehampton's SW15 campus offers a cleaner set of choices than most London university areas, with on-campus halls, a growing private PBSA sector, and a private HMO market in the surrounding Putney and Roehampton streets.

1. Studio rooms give you a self-contained private bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette. Studios near the Roehampton campus start from around £312 per week at PBSA providers and suit postgraduate students or those who want complete independence without the coordination of shared living.
2. En-suite rooms are the most common format across both university-managed halls and the private PBSA providers near campus. Froebel College's own on-campus en-suite rooms start from £225 per week for 2026/27, all utilities included, making them one of the more competitive bills-inclusive options in this part of London.
3. Shared apartments and housesin Putney, Roehampton, and Barnes give students the most budget-friendly private market route. Shared rooms in SW15 with bills included come from around £650 to £780 per month, which suits students who are comfortable managing a private tenancy and want more space than a single PBSA room offers.
4. Private apartments are mainly taken by postgraduate students or those sharing with a partner. One-bedroom flats in Putney and East Putney start from around £1,600 per month, dropping to £1,350 to £1,450 per month in Roehampton and the surrounding streets.

Average Cost of Student Accommodation Near University of Roehampton Froebel College

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Commute and Transport Options Near University of Roehampton Froebel College

Roehampton campus is well-served by bus routes that connect the surrounding residential areas directly to the campus gates, and East Putney station on the District line provides the main tube access for students living further afield.

Student Life Around University of Roehampton Froebel College

Froebel College's parkland campus setting shapes student life differently from urban university locations, and the surrounding area has enough to keep daily routines varied without needing to travel into central London.

• Cafes and study spots: The campus has its own student union, cafes, and social spaces across the Roehampton site. Putney High Street adds independent cafes and chain options a short bus ride from campus, and the riverside pubs and cafes along the Thames at Putney Bridge are popular with Roehampton students for evenings out.
• Libraries and study: The University of Roehampton's main library is on campus and accessible to all Froebel College students. Richmond Library on Little Green provides a good public off-campus study option for students who want a change of environment.
• Shopping: Putney Exchange Shopping Centre handles most everyday retail needs. Wandsworth Town Centre adds more options a short bus ride away, and the weekly Putney and Barnes farmers' markets provide fresh produce at competitive prices on weekends.
• Green space: Richmond Park, immediately adjacent to the campus, is one of the largest royal parks in London and home to free-roaming deer year-round. Putney Heath and Wimbledon Common are both within easy reach for students who want walking routes beyond the immediate campus grounds.
• Entertainment and culture: Putney's riverside has a cluster of pubs and restaurants along the Thames that Roehampton students use regularly for social evenings. The Waterman Arts Centre in Brentford covers film, theatre, and music and is accessible by bus in around 20 minutes.

Living Near Froebel College as an Indian Student

South-west London's transport network connects Roehampton students to two genuinely accessible South Asian community areas. Tooting, reachable from Putney by bus in around 25 to 30 minutes. Southall, accessible from East Putney station on the District line to Ealing Broadway and one further stop by Elizabeth line.

a) Indian Restaurants Worth Knowing

1. Apollo Banana Leaf, 190 Tooting High Street SW17 0SF: One of Tooting's most consistently recommended South Indian and Sri Lankan restaurants, easily accessible from Putney by bus in around 25 minutes. The dosas, kottu roti, and rice and curry dishes are the standouts, and the pricing sits well within student budget range for a proper sit-down meal.
2. Vijaya Krishna, 114 Mitcham Road, Tooting SW17 9NG: Highlighted as one of London's best Indian restaurants for vegetarians, Vijaya Krishna serves South Indian vegetarian cooking with genuine consistency. Particularly suited for students from South India looking for the kind of cooking that feels closest to home cooking.
3. Madhu's Southall, 39 South Road, Southall UB1 1SW: Easily accessible from East Putney by District line and Elizabeth line in around 35 minutes, the East African Punjabi cooking and tandoori dishes are what draw students making the trip west specifically for a proper dinner.

b) Indian Grocery Stores

Estimated Monthly Costs Near University of Roehampton Froebel College

Facilities Included in Student Accommodation

Most on-campus and purpose-built accommodation near Froebel College comes with a consistent set of inclusions. Here is what you can generally expect:

• Furnished Room
• High-Speed Wi-Fi
• En-suite or Shared Bathroom
• Shared or Private Kitchen
• 24/7 Security
• Laundry Facilities
• Communal Spaces
• On-Site Maintenance
• Bills Included (electricity, water, heating)
• Gym Access (at most PBSA providers)

How to Book Through Gradding Homes

Booking your student accommodation near University of Roehampton Froebel College through Gradding Homes is simple. Just follow these steps:

1. Search for University of Roehampton Froebel College: Visit Gradding Homes and search for Froebel College Roehampton to see verified accommodation options near the campus and surrounding south-west London areas.
2. Pick Your Room: Browse the available properties and select the room type that works for you, whether that is an on-campus en-suite, a studio at Scape Roehampton, or a shared flat in Putney or Barnes.
3. Compare Your Options: Check the weekly rent, distance from campus, bills coverage, bus connections, and on-site facilities before making a decision.
4. Submit an Enquiry: Once you find a property that fits, click on Enquire Now and share your preferred move-in date and tenancy requirements.
5. Get Booking Assistance: A Gradding Homes accommodation expert will then guide you through the remaining steps and help complete your booking.

Why Gradding Homes

Gradding Homes gives students a straightforward way to explore and compare accommodation options near University of Roehampton Froebel College before settling on a place to live.

• Verified Properties: Browse listings that have been checked by the Gradding Homes team before going live, so the photos, location, and listed amenities match what you find when you arrive.
• Flexible Payment Options: Depending on the property, students may have payment arrangements available that spread accommodation costs more manageably across the academic year.
• Move-In Ready Rooms: Most listings come furnished with a bed, study desk, and wardrobe as standard, so there is nothing to sort before your first week at Froebel College.
• Competitive Accommodation Rates: Compare different properties and room types across Roehampton, Putney, Barnes, East Putney, and Wandsworth to find an option that genuinely fits your budget.
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