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Over 1 in 5 students state that they have had a dispute with a local resident or non student neighbour at some point whilst living in off campus accommodation with noise ranking as by far the highest reason for this.
Just under 60% of students state that they finance their rent from their student loan, with just under 35% stating their rent is paid by a parent or relative. A significant proportion of students – over 30% - state that they have at some point fallen into financial difficulty whilst paying their rent, however the majority of students whom this affected stated that their landlord or agent was understanding about this.
Just under a quarter of all students surveyed stated that whilst living in off campus accommodation they had at some point had a disagreement with a housemate or housemates which had made them consider moving before the end of their contract. Only 45% of those who this applied to chose to seek advice on this, with parents or relatives being the most likely person a student would consult with.
Non European and European students pay significantly higher non refundable administration fees and are more likely to pay rent in advance than UK students.
Nearly 40% of students stated that the rise in tuition fees would make them less likely to go to university if they were applying now, with nearly the same amount saying they would be less likely to live in the private rental sector once the increase in tuition fees comes into effect.
Students in general remain ‘fairly satisfied’ with all aspects of their tenancy on which they were surveyed, including the quality of accommodation, the general condition of the property, the neighbourhood as a place to live, the value for money for rent and the service provided by the landlord or letting agent.