Apartments and rooms near University of West London

With roots going back to 1860 and established in its current form in 2011, the University of West London is a modern, career-focused university with more than 12,000 students and consistently strong rankings for teaching quality and student satisfaction. Its main campus sits on St Mary's Road in Ealing, west London, a leafy, well-connected area sometimes called "Queen of the Suburbs". The university also runs a site in Brentford, but the Ealing campus, expanded with a £100 million investment, is its heart and the base for most of its courses in business, law, nursing, music and hospitality.

According to the Spotahome Rent Index 2026, these are the available accommodation in London options and their average price by property type.

Best neighbourhoods near the University of West London

These are the four areas closest to the Ealing campus, chosen for their proximity and the accommodation available nearby:

• Ealing: the campus's own borough, green and well connected, with Ealing Broadway's shops, parks and the Elizabeth line on the doorstep. Flats in Ealing average around 5,441 €, while shared rooms sit close to 1,091 €.
• Brent: a diverse borough just north, home to Wembley and Willesden, with good value and strong transport links. Flats in Willesden Green, in Brent, average around 4,371 €, with rooms near 1,038 €.
• Harrow: a quieter, residential borough to the north-west, popular with families and students who want more space for their money. Flats here average about 4,198 €, with rooms near 978 €, the lowest of the four.
• Hillingdon: a west London borough with good rail links toward Ealing and the centre. Rooms here average around 1,265 €, with a smaller pool of apartments and studios.

Across these four neighbourhoods there are more than 150 properties available near the University of West London, and every Spotahome listing is fully furnished and ready to move into the day you arrive.

What you should know about the University of West London

UWL is known for its career-focused teaching, with particular strengths in nursing and healthcare, music (the London College of Music), hospitality, business and law, and a diverse, largely commuter student body. The St Mary's Road campus has been heavily modernised, with a new library, student union and updated teaching spaces, plus a sports centre on the Park Road entrance. Ealing itself is one of west London's greenest districts, with quick Elizabeth line and Central line connections into the centre. For courses, dates and admissions, the official UWL website is the best reference.

Erasmus Life at the University of West London and in London

UWL works with partner universities abroad and welcomes exchange and international students through its international office. Living in London as an exchange student means one of the world's great student cities, with free museums, a vast cultural calendar and a hugely international population, while Ealing offers a calmer, greener base than the centre. Student societies and the city's exchange networks run regular events and trips, which makes settling in straightforward.

How to get to the University of West London from London city centre

The Ealing campus is well connected to central London:

• Elizabeth line and Central line: Ealing Broadway reaches the centre in around 20 minutes, a short walk or bus from St Mary's Road.
• Piccadilly line: South Ealing station is close to the campus for journeys across west London.
• Bus: routes E1, E2 and 65 link the campus with Ealing Broadway and the surrounding areas.

Common questions (FAQ) about renting near the University of West London

Which are the best neighbourhoods for students near the University of West London in London?

The top student areas combine a genuine young scene with a short trip to the Ealing campus.

• Ealing: central to campus, green and well connected, with rooms in Ealing around 1,091 € and everything within walking or cycling distance.
• Acton: just east of campus in the same area, affordable and popular with students, where student flats in Acton put you a short bus or train ride from class.
• Chiswick: a leafy, lively district to the south-east, popular with students who want cafés and riverside walks, with student flats in Chiswick a quick connection to Ealing.

For the shortest commute, Ealing and Acton lead; for a livelier riverside feel, Chiswick is a strong pick.

How much does student accommodation near the University of West London cost?

The Spotahome Rent Index 2026 gives clear price ranges for the neighbourhoods around the campus.

A room in a shared flat is the most popular choice near UWL, with the friendliest prices for a student budget in this part of west London. If you would rather have your own space, a studio in Ealing is a self-contained option close to campus, with bills included in a share of listings, so check what each monthly figure covers.

When should I start looking for accommodation near the University of West London?

Start early, because west London's rental market moves fast before the autumn term.

• UWL's main intake is in September, so the best listings around Ealing go over the summer.
• Booking two to three months ahead gives you the widest choice in Ealing and Acton.
• Reserving online before you arrive lets you sign from home and move straight into a furnished flat.

A search in late spring or early summer is the calmest way to secure a good room.

How does Spotahome verify properties and what happens if the apartment doesn't match the listing?

Every home goes through a listing verification process before it goes live, so the photos and details match the real property.

• If the flat doesn't match the listing when you arrive, report it within the first 24 hours.
• The Spotahome team then helps resolve it, by mediating with the landlord or arranging alternative accommodation.

It is a practical safety net when you are booking a home from abroad.

How much deposit do I have to pay? And when is it returned?

The deposit is set by each landlord, usually one or two months' rent.

• On listings tagged "Deposit protected", if the landlord fails to return it within three months of move-out and you met the contract terms, Spotahome refunds it to you directly.
• Many properties also come with no deposit at all, and you can filter for these in the search.

Check the listing before booking to see which option applies.

Do I need a guarantor to rent on Spotahome?

No, you do not need a local guarantor or a UK payslip to book.

• To reserve, you usually only need your ID or passport, your acceptance letter or student or worker credentials, and a payment method.
• Once the landlord accepts your booking, they may request proof of solvency and a bank direct debit to finalise the contract.

Having these ready in advance keeps the last step quick and smooth.

What is included in the monthly rent? What is not?

The monthly price always covers the rent, the property tax and the building service charges. Many listings also bundle utilities (electricity, gas, water and Wi-Fi), although not every property does. Some apply a fixed monthly fee instead. Personal items and food are never part of the rent, and optional extras such as weekly cleaning or a parking space are usually charged on top. Read each listing carefully before booking to know exactly what's covered.

Why is Spotahome the best option for Erasmus and other students at the University of West London?

Spotahome is the ideal platform for University of West London students because it offers:

• A wide choice near UWL: more than 150 homes in areas like Ealing, Acton and Brent, many less than 15 minutes from campus.
• Affordable options: dozens of rooms in shared flats, with some of the friendliest prices in west London and bills included in many cases.
• 100% online booking: you can rent from any country or city before you even arrive in London.
• Flexible contracts: stays of 3 to 11 months, ideal for exchange terms, with room for shorter or longer periods too.
• Lower cost: commissions are lower than those of traditional estate agencies.

Spotahome has been helping students find accommodation since 2014, and more than 200,000 have already booked with us.