Accommodation fees and contracts 2026/2027
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Tue 29 Sep, 2026 02:09 PM
Accommodation Fees and Contracts 2026/27
This page provides information about accommodation fees, contract lengths, payment dates and what is included in your accommodation costs for the 2026/27 academic year.
Whether you are living in University-owned accommodation or one of our partner halls, you'll find details of room fees, contract options and payment arrangements below.
Contracts
Contract lengths vary by hall and room type. The various contracts are shown alongside each accommodation type below.
We offer three contract lengths: 38, 41 or 51 weeks. Some contract lengths are only available for certain rooms or halls.
Our contract dates for 2026-27 are:
38 week - 12 September 2026 to 5 June 2027 (266 days in total)
41 week - Glen Eyre - 10 September 2026 to 24 June 2027 (287 days in total)
41 week - City Gateway and Wessex Lane - 11 September 2026 to 25 June 2027 (287 days in total)
41 week - All other halls - 12 September 2026 to 26 June 2027 (287 days in total)
51 week – 10 September 2026 to 2 September 2027 (357 days in total)
51 week - Orion Point - 12 September 2026 to 4 September 2027 (357 days in total)
Most undergraduate students choose a 38 or 41 week contract, while most postgraduate students choose a 51 week contract.
Accommodation fees 2026/27
These are the student accommodation fees and contract dates for the 2026/27 academic year.
Fees
Self-catered rooms
If you live in a self-catered room, you are responsible for preparing all your own meals.
Archers Road 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en suite | £180.53 | 38 weeks, 41 weeks |
City Gateway 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Enhanced plus shared apartment | £185.92 | 51 weeks |
| Standard en suite | £194.67 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio flat | £267.75 | 51 weeks |
| 1 bed flat for couples | £284.48 | 51 weeks |
Glen Eyre 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Basic shared bathroom | £157.64 | 41 weeks |
| Standard shared bathroom | £164.85 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom | £169.96 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus shared bathroom | £185.92 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
| Standard en suite | £214.20 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
| Enhanced en suite | £223.51 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en suite | £234.85 | 41 weeks |
| Standard studio flat | £262.64 | 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio flat | £267.75 | 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio (larger) | £281.12 | 51 weeks |
| 1 bed flat for couples | £284.48 | 51 weeks |
Highfield Hall 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Standard studio flat | £262.64 | 41 weeks |
Wessex Lane 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Standard shared bathroom | £139.09 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
| Standard shared bathroom (larger) | £144.20 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom | £157.64 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom (larger) | £164.85 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus shared bathroom | £185.92 | 41 weeks |
| Standard en suite | £194.67 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced en suite | £200.83 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en suite | £205.17 | 38 weeks |
| Standard studio flat | £252.56 | 41 weeks |
Erasmus Park 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en suite | £177.45 | 41 weeks, 51 weeks |
Part-catered rooms
If you live in a part-catered room, breakfast and a main meal are provided on weekdays during term time. Brunch is also provided on Saturdays, and lunch is provided on Sundays.
Part-catering can accommodate a range of dietary requirements, including gluten free, vegetarian, vegan and halal options.
Highfield Hall 2026/27
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
|---|---|---|
| Standard shared bathroom with washbasin | £241.71 | 41 weeks |
| Standard en suite room | £270.06 | 41 weeks |
| Studybed shared bathroom | £223.30 | 41 weeks |
Private partner halls
Capital House 2026/27
Accommodation contracts for Capital House are with Canvas.
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
| Standard en-suite room | £175.93 | 41 week contract |
Lucia Foster Welch 2026/27
Accommodation contracts for Lucia Foster Welch are with Every Student.
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
| Basic shared bathroom | £118.5 | 41 week contract |
Orion Point 2026/27
Accommodation contracts for Orion Point are with Unite Students.
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
| Standard (Medium standard) en-suite room | £179.43 | 51 weeks |
| Enhanced (Medium High/Highest) en-suite room | £190.46 | 51 weeks |
51 week Orion Point contract from 12 September 2026 to 4 September 2027.
Southampton Crossings 2026/27
Accommodation contracts for Southampton Crossings are with Host.
| Room type | Weekly cost | Available contracts |
| Enhanced plus en-suite room | £236.25 | 41 week contract |
Paying your fees
Accommodation fees are paid in instalments at the start of each term.
2026-27 payment dates will be:
- 21 September 2026
- 18 January 2027
- 12 April 2027
- 1 July 2027
Students on Semester 2 contracts will receive payment date information when they accept their accommodation offer.
Included in your fees
Your accommodation fees include:
- all your utility bills (gas, electricity, water)
- wi-fi and high-speed internet connection
- Unilink bus pass for University-owned halls in Southampton
- use of laundry (laundry may not be included in some private halls, so please check the appropriate halls page to confirm)
- 24-hour support and services
- 24-hour security
- on-site facilities, including common rooms and communal computers
- contents insurance (this is unavailable for Capital House)
Insurance for your belongings
Your accommodation fees include contents insurance. You can find out what’s included on our insurance provider’s website.
You are responsible for arranging insurance for any items not covered by the policy.
Please be aware that Orion Point, Southampton Crossings and Lucia Foster Welch may use a different insurance provider than the University.
Our agreement with you
You can read our:
If you need additional assistance, please contact the Student Hub.
