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In Need of Emergency Accommodation?

The University Accommodation Office provides short-term emergency accommodation to current students.

Situations where you might need to stay in emergency accommodation include:

  • a fire, flood or similar that means you cannot remain in your usual accommodation.
  • a concern that your safety is at risk if you stay in your usual accommodation.

Please visit the University Emergency Accommodation website for more information.

 

Coming Soon: The Bristol SU Housing Advice Service

We’re excited to announce that Bristol Students’ Union will be launching a brand-new Housing Advice Service.

Offering tailored, expert guidance for all University of Bristol students in private rented accommodation, this confidential, free service will provide help with everything from understanding tenancy agreements and deposit disputes to landlord issues and crisis support.

Whether you need advice on your rights as a tenant, help resolving conflicts, or information about how to find your next student home, our team will aid you with the resources you need. Our new service includes one-to-one in-person and online meetings, along with relevant online information on how to navigate the private rented sector. When it comes to housing, consider this service as your go-to resource for housing rights, support, and guidance.

Further Resources

  • Know Your Rights: Want to learn what rights you have as a student tenant? View our My Rent, My Rights campaign.
  • Free Legal Advice: As part of their free service, the law clinic can provide legal housing advice to those who cannot afford a solicitor.
  • Bristol SU Lettings: Did you know we have our own lettings team here at Bristol SU? Register on the Bristol SU Lettings website for new property alerts.
  • Advice from the University: The University of Bristol offers a range of online resources to provide housing advice and support.

Local Orgnaisations and Charities

  • Bristol Students' Housing Co-op: Created after the 2020-21 University of Bristol rent strikes, this co-op is another good way to find affordable housing in Bristol.
  • Housing Matters: A local community-based housing advice service offering free, independent, and confidential advice on housing-related matters.
  • Bristol City Council: The Council has a team who can investigate rogue landlords. You can also report problems with the quality of the property you are living in.
  • ACORN Tenants Union: One way to take power back as a tenant is to join a tenants’ union. Membership costs £4 a month as an unwaged student.
  • Shelter: A housing and homeless charity that campaigns for tenant rights in Great Britain and defends their rights to a safe home.