The University of Bedfordshire’s only on-campus accommodation in Luton is Luton Fitzroy Court, about a 10-minute walk from Luton railway station. For September 2026 the university lists rooms from a twin en-suite to a studio, with a £200 refundable deposit and a minimum 42-week contract. Rent covers utility bills and contents insurance. This guide explains the room types, the booking rules and what to check if you look at private housing instead.
Figures below come from the University of Bedfordshire’s accommodation pages, checked on 19 October 2026. Rates and rules change each year, so confirm them for your intake.
Luton Fitzroy Court: rooms and rents
| Room type | Contract lengths | Rate listed (September 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Twin en-suite | 42 or 51 weeks | £87.50 (42 weeks) / £84 (51 weeks) |
| Single en-suite (standard) | 42 or 51 weeks; 16 or 26 weeks from January 2027 | £157 / £150.50; £169 for 16 or 26 weeks |
| Deluxe en-suite | 42 or 51 weeks; 16 or 26 weeks from January 2027 | £164 / £150; £179 for 16 or 26 weeks |
| Studio | 50 weeks | £245 |
The page does not state the unit, but the figures read as weekly rates, so confirm this on the booking page. Short stays are also available from £12 per night. The university’s own announcement in April 2026 said its halls average £145 a week against a UK average of £192, with en-suite rooms starting from £110 (based on a Monzo survey). It does not say how that average relates to Fitzroy Court’s listed rates, so use the room rates above for budgeting.
What is included and how booking works
- In the rent: utility bills, contents insurance and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
- Security: 24/7 on-site staff, CCTV and electronic fob entry.
- Deposit: £200 at Luton Fitzroy Court, a refundable security deposit held in a tenancy deposit scheme and returned within 28 days of the contract ending, less any outstanding costs.
- Contract: legally binding, with a minimum of 42 weeks. You can leave early only if a replacement student who is not already in student accommodation takes over the room.
- Applying: you need a course offer first, then you book through the accommodation pages. A cooling-off period lets you cancel without penalty, and its length is set in the contract.
The university also lists Bedford Polhill Park, but that is for students based at the Bedford campus. The pages I checked do not state a guarantee of accommodation for first-years or international students, so ask the accommodation office before assuming one.
University accommodation or private housing?
| Question | Luton Fitzroy Court | Private flat, private hall or shared house |
|---|---|---|
| Bills | Utilities and contents insurance included | Varies, so ask what the tenancy includes |
| Contract | Minimum 42 weeks, with short stays available | Set by the landlord or operator, so read the term and exit rules |
| Deposit | £200, held in a deposit scheme | Varies, and should be protected in an approved scheme |
| Location | On campus; 10 minutes’ walk from the station | Test the journey at the times you will travel |
I have not listed individual private blocks here, because their prices and availability change quickly and I could not verify them against the operators’ own pages. If you rent privately, view the property or a verified video tour, ask for the landlord’s licence details where required and never pay before you have a written contract.
Where students look for private rooms
Because the campus and Luton station are both in the town centre, most private searches start with the centre and the neighbourhoods within a short walk or bus ride of it, such as High Town, Bury Park and Dallow. Treat these as search areas, not recommendations: compare the commute, view the street in daylight and the evening, and ask current students what it is like to live there. For nearby cities, see our guides to Hatfield, Hertford and London, or browse all student accommodation in the United Kingdom.
FAQs about student accommodation in Luton
Is there university accommodation in Luton?
Yes. Luton Fitzroy Court is described by the University of Bedfordshire as the only on-campus accommodation in Luton.
How much is the deposit?
£200 at Luton Fitzroy Court, held in a tenancy deposit scheme and returned within 28 days of the contract ending, less any outstanding costs.
Are bills included?
The university says rent covers all utility bills and contents insurance, and rooms have free Wi-Fi.
Can I book before I have an offer?
No. You apply for a course first and need an offer, conditional or unconditional, before booking endorsed accommodation.
Can I cancel?
There is a cooling-off period during which you can cancel without penalty. After it, requests are decided case by case and you may need evidence, such as proof you were not accepted or have a place elsewhere.
Sources
- University of Bedfordshire: Luton Fitzroy Court
- University of Bedfordshire: accommodation FAQs
- University of Bedfordshire: cheapest student accommodation in the East of England (1 April 2026)
All checked 19 October 2026.
