How much budget should I carry for accommodation apart from tuition fees when studying abroad in UK?

Outside London, budget £450 to £1,000+ a month for accommodation depending on whether you choose a shared house, university halls, or a studio; in London, the same options run £750 to £1,800+ a month. Accommodation alone typically eats up 45% to 60% of your total living budget, so it deserves its own line item separate from tuition.

Monthly Accommodation Costs by Type

Extra Costs Beyond Monthly Rent

• Tenancy deposit: usually 4 to 6 weeks' rent, roughly £400 to £1,800, refundable at the end of your stay
• Utility bills if not included in rent, such as private housing rather than halls or PBSA: an extra £60 to £120 a month
• Contents insurance and room essentials like bedding and kitchenware: a one-time setup buffer of £200 to £400
• The UK Home Office's official monthly minimums (£1,529 in London, £1,171 outside) are a frugal baseline; real spending often runs higher

My Advice

Use the Home Office minimum as your visa-application floor, not your real budget; add at least 15% on top for London to cover the gap between the official figure and actual rents. Tell us your target city and whether you want halls, a shared house, or a studio, and we will size your total accommodation line alongside your tuition so nothing catches you off guard at move-in.