Student Accommodation in Poole

How Much Does Student Accommodation in Poole Cost?

The town of Poole is somewhat special amongst university towns in the UK in that Bournemouth University’s principal Talbot Campus, as well as the entire campus of Arts University Bournemouth, is located in Poole rather than Bournemouth despite having ‘Bournemouth’ in their names. The official price guide of Bournemouth University for 2026/27 shows halls starting from around GBP 154 per week in the Student Village all the way up to GBP 274 per week in premium en-suite rooms, whereas Corfe House, which is the only hall located in Poole town itself, has harbour side location within walking distance of the university by bus. As most halls are located close to the Talbot Campus, the cost depends on how far the room is from the university rather than any zones, hence the closer the room is to Poole town centre the cheaper it gets.

Below is the table that includes the information that was checked in the 2026-27 letting period.

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• Apartments in Wallisdown and Winton cost GBP 350-GBP 475 per month
• En-suite accommodations such as Corfe House and the Student Village cost GBP 615-GBP 850 per month
• Accommodations near Talbot Campus cost GBP 950-GBP 1,190 per

For those who want the cheapest student accommodation Poole per week, it is advised that they should go for shared housing located in Wallisdown. This is because such accommodations range from GBP 85 to GBP 110 per week and are much cheaper than other accommodations which are near to the town center and beach area of Bournemouth. However, most of the halls of residence of Bournemouth University provide that student accommodation Poole bills are inclusive.

Types of Student Accommodation in Poole

Because Poole houses Talbot Campus rather than a town centre university building, the accommodation market here splits fairly evenly between university halls and a well-established private rental scene built up around decades of student demand.

• En-suite rooms -Bedroom with private bathroom and a shared kitchen. Typical room available at en-suite student accommodation Poole halls including Corfe House and the newer blocks on Talbot Campus, priced at GBP 207-GBP 274 a week with bills included.
• Non En-suite rooms -Bedroom with a shared bathroom, common in the Student Village and lower-priced halls bands. The cheapest route into university accommodation, generally available from around GBP 154 a week.
• Studio flats - Self-contained space with private kitchen and bathroom. Student studio flat Poole options are available through private providers around Wallisdown and Winton from roughly GBP 160-GBP 220 a week, popular with postgraduates who'd rather not share.
• Shared Flats/HMOs -A room in a private house shared with other students, most common around Wallisdown, Winton and Ensbury Park. This forms the basis of private student accommodation Poole for students prioritising cost, with rooms available from as little as GBP 85 a week.
• University Halls -Bournemouth University runs several halls across Talbot and Lansdowne Campuses, including Corfe House, Chesil House, Bailey Point and the Student Village, alongside Unilet properties which function like halls but are actually shared private houses managed by the university. First-years are generally guaranteed a place if they apply by the published deadline.

Best Areas for Student Accommodation in Poole

Because Talbot Campus sits on the edge of Poole rather than in its historic centre, most student areas cluster around the campus itself rather than the harbour or old town.

Below is the table representing some of the best student accommodation zones in Poole for 2026-27.

Key Highlights

• Talbot Campus itself offers the shortest possible walk to lectures, with several halls sitting directly on university grounds.
• Wallisdown is the most practical compromise between cost and commute, a well-established student area with strong bus links to both Talbot and Lansdowne Campuses.
• For best areas to live in Poole as a student on a tighter budget, Winton and Ensbury Park consistently offer cheaper rents while remaining a short bus ride from campus.
• For student accommodation Poole cheap relative to nearby Bournemouth, Poole town itself, including Corfe House's harbourside setting, tends to undercut properties closer to the seafront and town centre.

Student Accommodation Near Top Poole Universities

• Near Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus- The campus for Bournemouth University is located in Poole, on an enclosed campus with a Student Centre, sporting facilities, and a library. The most desirable locations for student accommodation around Bournemouth University are Wallisdown and Winton, which are in close proximity to the university’s main teaching campus. These accommodation sites are most commonly recommended: Corfe House, Chesil House, and the Student Village, run by the university itself.
• Near Arts University Bournemouth - The entire Wallisdown campus of AUB is in Poole as well, merely a stone’s throw away from the Bournemouth University campus itself. There is a great deal of overlap between the locations of student housing for Arts University Bournemouth and BU in terms of their proximity to one another in Poole.

Student Accommodation in Poole for International Students

Only Bournemouth University brings together students from over 140 countries, and being home to both the Talbot campus of BU and Arts University Bournemouth, Poole boasts an international body of students. These are some things you need to know before making your reservation for student accommodation in Poole.

• No UK-Based Guarantor Needed - The halls that belong to Bournemouth University such as Corfe House and Student Village do not need a UK-based guarantor; hence, it makes it possible for student accommodation Poole without guarantor. However, landlords who provide Unilet houses and independent shared flats can demand a guarantor.
• Timing to Make a Booking - As accommodation for halls of residence in Bournemouth University is made on the first come, first served basis, it will be ideal if you start booking your accommodation before September.
• Documents to Book a Room - The documents that are normally needed are a valid passport, UK student visa or CAS, your university offer letter or enrolment letter, and evidence of finance.