It was the largest city in the world for almost 100 years, up until 1925. With the start of the Industrial Revolution, major urbanisation happened in the 19th century and London grew rapidly. Difficult times came in the mid-17th century when London was first hit by the Great Plague in 1665-1666 and soon after the Great Fire of London destroyed a large part of the city, with rebuilding taking over ten years. It has been a major settlement for over two thousand years and over the centuries it has grown to become the largest city and the capital of the United Kingdom.ĭuring the Middle Ages, London became a major centre of government when most of the government functions were centred around Westminster in the 12th century. London can trace its origins to Roman times. The famous university rating company QS has ranked London as the best student city in the world. Many properties we list in London are already open for September 2023 bookings! Get to know LondonĪ sprawling city of culture, iconic landmarks and music, it’s easy to see why London is a popular destination for students from all over the world. If you're looking to book student accommodation in London, you won't want to waste any time! The earlier you book your accommodation, the more options you'll have available, as many places will get sold out the closer we get to your move-in date. Once you know the area you’re interested in and have a rough idea of your accommodation budget, it will be a lot easier to narrow down the options and find the right one for you. If you need help with choosing, don’t hesitate to give us a call or talk to us via live chat and one of our booking consultants will be happy to give you more information. Many properties we list offer both shared and private rooms, so whether you like to share with friends or prefer your own privacy, we’ve got you covered. You can also use the filters to narrow down your search and find the right place just for you. Check out the map feature at the top of this page to see what properties are located close to your university or in the area of London you would like to live in. So whether you’re looking for a private studio or a flatshare, you’ll surely find it on. We list around 40,000 rooms, studios and flats in hundreds of student properties across London. On you can easily find and compare student accommodation in London.

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