The University of Worcester’s halls cost between £136 and £236 a week for 2026/27, and all rates include gas, electricity, water, broadband, contents insurance and gym membership. A refundable £300 damage deposit is payable when you sign the licence agreement, and first-year undergraduates who make Worcester their firm choice are guaranteed a place if they apply in time. This guide sets out the halls, prices and booking rules, plus what to check if you rent privately.
Prices come from the university’s accommodation rates page, checked on 19 October 2026. Confirm the figures for your intake before you pay.
University of Worcester halls and 2026/27 prices
| Hall | Weekly rent 2026/27 | Weekly rent 2027/28 |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Halls | £136 | £140 |
| Classic Halls | £156 | £160 |
| Classic Plus Halls | £176 | £180 |
| Fern Halls (non en-suite) | £190 | £195 |
| Ensuite Halls | £208 | £215 |
| Fern Halls (en-suite) | £208 | £215 |
| Ensuite Plus Halls | £222 | £230 |
| Ensuite Premium Halls | £236 | £245 |
All rates are for self-catered accommodation. The university’s halls page describes the main types like this:
- Traditional: extra-large bedroom with a sink, private toilet and bathroom, and a kitchen with breakfast bar.
- Classic and Classic Plus: a large bedroom (extra-large with a sink in Classic Plus), private toilet and bathroom, and a shared kitchen and dining room.
- Ensuite and Ensuite Plus: en-suite bedroom with a shared kitchen and dining room. Ensuite Plus rooms are larger and add a living room. It is available at both St John’s and City Campus.
- Ensuite Premium: extra-large en-suite bedroom with a double bed, and a large kitchen, dining room and living room.
- Postgraduate Halls: at the edge of St John’s Campus, for postgraduates only.
The pages I checked do not describe Fern Halls or give its location, so ask the accommodation team before choosing it. All halls are on the St John’s or City campuses, within walking distance of lecture theatres and the city centre, but the university does not give exact distances.
What is included and the contract
- In the rent: gas, electricity, water, broadband, contents insurance and gym membership.
- Safety: 24-hour security and emergency maintenance in university-managed halls.
- Contract: typically 40 weeks, or longer if your course is longer. Halls are allocated for the full academic year.
- Deposit: £300, refundable, payable when you sign the licence agreement.
- Mixed or single-sex: mixed-sex accommodation is standard, and single-sex is usually available on request.
Guarantee and how to apply
The university’s accommodation guide guarantees a place to first-year undergraduates who accept an offer and make Worcester their firm UCAS choice, and to postgraduate applicants, provided they apply by the deadline. For September 2025 entry that deadline was in June, so check the date for your intake rather than assuming it.
- Firmly accept your offer to study at Worcester.
- You will receive a student ID number and a secure link to the application form.
- Complete the form and choose your accommodation preferences.
Preferences are allocated first come, first served, so applying early improves your chance of your preferred hall. The accommodation team is on 01905 855300 or accommodationteam@worc.ac.uk, and you can also view halls at an Open Day or Offer-Holder Day.
University halls or private housing?
| Question | University halls | Private flat or shared house |
|---|---|---|
| Bills | Gas, electricity, water, broadband, insurance and gym included | Varies, so ask what the tenancy includes |
| Contract | Typically 40 weeks | Set by the landlord, so read the term and exit rules |
| Deposit | £300, refundable | Varies, and should be protected in an approved scheme |
| Support | 24-hour security and emergency maintenance | Landlord or agent |
I have not listed individual 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 nearby cities, see our guides to Warwick, Birmingham and Gloucester, or browse all student accommodation in the United Kingdom.
FAQs about student accommodation in Worcester
How much do University of Worcester halls cost?
For 2026/27, from £136 a week (Traditional Halls) to £236 (Ensuite Premium Halls).
Are bills included?
Yes. Rent covers gas, electricity, water, broadband, contents insurance and gym membership.
How much is the deposit?
£300, refundable, payable when you sign the licence agreement.
Is accommodation guaranteed?
For first-year undergraduates who make Worcester their firm choice and for postgraduate applicants, if they apply by the deadline. Confirm this year’s date with the accommodation team.
Will rents rise next year?
The university’s rates page already lists 2027/28 weekly rents, each £4 to £9 higher than 2026/27.
Sources
- University of Worcester: accommodation rates
- University of Worcester: living in halls
- University of Worcester: accommodation guide (September 2025 entry)
All checked 19 October 2026.
