City Guide to the Best Student Areas in Newcastle
Best Areas in Newcastle to live for Students and Professionals
Jesmond
Jesmond is a top choice for students, offering vibrant bars, pubs, restaurants, boutiques, and easy access to both Universities by foot or Metro.
The area thrives on a unique blend of students, young professionals, and long-term residents, creating a lively atmosphere. Alongside big names like Starbucks and Tesco, Jesmond boasts plenty of independent cafes, restaurants, and charming tree-lined streets.
Famous for Osborne Road, Jesmond offers lively bars like Soho Jesmond, Bar Blanc, 97 & Social – £2 Tuesdays are a hit amongst all students!
Rent varies, with student properties typically costing £110-£170 pppw. Larger houses are pricier, and leases are 12 months.
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Sandyford
Sandyford is a central Newcastle district bordering Jesmond to the north and Heaton to the east. Just five minutes from the city centre, it’s a popular and affordable choice for students.
The area offers a mix of larger houses and great proximity to Jesmond and Heaton, ensuring you’re always near the action. Sandyford also boasts a variety of local businesses, from casual eateries to fine dining options.
Whether you’re after a quiet drink or a lively pre-drinks spot, or some fantastic food – Sandyford has something for everyone. Popular favourites amongst students include Cog and Wheel, Aidan’s Kitchen, Little Labo.
Rent prices are more affordable, with student properties coming in at around £80-£150pppw depending on size.
Heaton
For an affordable and vibrant student district, Heaton is hard to beat. Located in Newcastle’s East End, it offers competitive rents and is a great value alternative to Jesmond.
Heaton boasts plenty of green spaces for uni strolls, fantastic breakfast spots, unique restaurants, cozy pubs, and cocktail bars for drinks. Chillingham Road, its buzzing shopping street, keeps all amenities within easy reach.
With the number one bus route passing Coach Lane and City Campus, plus a 25-minute walk to the city centre, Heaton is a convenient and budget-friendly choice for students at both universities.
Rents are typically cheaper in Heaton, with maximum around £130pppw.
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City Centre
Newcastle City Centre offers unmatched convenience for students, with both universities located nearby. However, living centrally comes at a premium, with limited properties—mostly 1 to 3-bedroom accommodations—costing £150+ pppw. Larger student houses are rare, and options near the river can be further from campus than areas like Jesmond, Heaton, or Sandyford.
While pricier, City Centre living means being steps away from bars, clubs, shops, and cultural landmarks like The Baltic and The Sage. For those seeking a balance of location and affordability, nearby suburbs provide a great alternative with easy access to the universities and city life.
Ouseburn and Shieldfield
If music is your thing, then Ouseburn is one to consider. Home to a number of independent bars and restaurants and a thriving live music scene, Ouseburn has to be one of the most buzzing parts of the city, with places to eat, drink and socialise with your friends, no wonder why in recent years it has become a popular area for student accommodation, along with nearby Shieldfield.
Both are within easy reach of both universities and the city centre, with accommodation to suit a range of budgets in the numerous private residences.
