The University of Lancashire (UCLan) guarantees a hall room on campus to all new full-time students at its Preston campus, with rents starting at £85 a week. Its Preston halls include Derwent, Pendle, Ribble, Roeburn and Douglas, from £87 to £129 a week on the prices I could verify. This guide sets out those halls, what is included and how to plan your booking.
Details come from the university’s accommodation pages, checked on 19 October 2026. The hall pages do not name the academic year their prices apply to, so confirm each rent for your intake before you pay.
UCLan halls in Preston
| Hall | Type | Price per person per week |
|---|---|---|
| Derwent | Economy standard | £87 |
| Douglas | Economy standard | £87 |
| Ribble | Premium standard | £101 |
| Pendle | Self-contained or twin | From £123 |
| Roeburn | En-suite | £129 |
The university’s halls listing shows ten halls in total, and I could read only four of them plus Douglas, so there may be more options and prices than this table shows. Facilities mentioned include access to UCLan social spaces, cycle storage and adapted rooms, with lounge space and a smart TV in the shared area at Ribble and Roeburn, and deaf-adapted rooms at Ribble and Roeburn.
A closer look: Douglas Hall
- Layout: seven flats of up to six students, each with a communal kitchen and two shared bathrooms.
- Location: to the north of the campus, a few minutes’ walk from the library, the Students’ Union and the Student Centre.
- Contract: 42 weeks, with exceptions that may apply.
- Included: Council Tax, water, gas, electricity and Wi-Fi, plus Ethernet ports, 24/7 security, a launderette and an on-site residential team.
That page says Wi-Fi, security, the launderette and the residential team apply across the halls. It is the only hall page I could read in full, so check bills and contract length for the others. The pages I checked did not state a deposit or give guidance for international students, so ask the accommodation team before assuming either.
Guarantee and how to apply
The university says it guarantees a room in halls, on campus, for all new full-time students at its Preston campus. Its accommodation pages link to a How to apply for accommodation section and offer an Ask us Anything event. The pages I read do not list the application steps or deadlines, so follow the university’s own guide and apply early.
University halls or private housing?
| Question | University halls | Private flat or shared house |
|---|---|---|
| Bills | Included at Douglas Hall, including Council Tax | Varies, so ask what the tenancy includes |
| Contract | 42 weeks at Douglas Hall | Set by the landlord, so read the term and exit rules |
| Guarantee | On-campus room for new full-time Preston students | None, so book early |
The university’s accommodation team can answer questions about private accommodation. I have not listed private blocks or ranked neighbourhoods, because I could not verify prices, availability or area details against reliable sources. 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. For other north-west cities, see our guides to Lancaster, Blackpool and Manchester, or browse all student accommodation in the United Kingdom.
FAQs about student accommodation in Preston
How much does UCLan accommodation cost?
The university says halls start at £85 a week. The hall pages I could read list £87 for Derwent and Douglas, £101 for Ribble, from £123 for Pendle and £129 for Roeburn.
Is a hall place guaranteed?
Yes, for all new full-time students at the Preston campus, according to the university.
Are bills included?
At Douglas Hall, yes: Council Tax, water, gas, electricity and Wi-Fi. Check the other halls with the accommodation team.
Which hall has en-suite rooms?
Roeburn, at £129 a week, with an en-suite shower, toilet and sink.
Sources
- University of Lancashire: accommodation
- University of Lancashire: our halls
- University of Lancashire: Douglas Hall
All checked 19 October 2026.
