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With September fast approaching, new students are beginning to think about where they're going to be living. Choosing a halls of residence or finding the strengths and weaknesses of the one you end up in, can be particularly difficult so we've listed the UK student accommodation top 20 to help you out.
From Reading to Bangor, take a look at which halls have the top internet connection or bathroom facilities and which have the best social environment.
You can find more information on the top halls in the UK and access over 15,000 reviews from past students by looking at StudentCrowd's top 50 halls of residence awards.
The Top 20 UK Student Halls
1. Liberty Works (Sheffield Hallam University)(01 of20)
With a "homely feel, spacious rooms and friendly staff", Liberty Works has been voted the top UK student accommodation. Students have said they loved it the moment they arrived and couldn't find better value for money anywhere else. Located at the hub of Sheffield Hallam's activities, these halls have been marked highly for hall management, social spaces, location, cleaning and internet quality. (credit:Studentcrowd )
2. Faulkner Eggington (Loughborough University)(02 of20)
Ranking number two on the list, this Loughborough accommodation block has been praised for it's "modern rooms and strong community spirit". Students describe how Faulkner Eggington made it easy to make friends and was run by a helpful and hardworking committee. Newly refurbished, its rooms are considered generous with a good layout surrounding a common room and games room. (credit:Studentcrowd)
3. Harry French (Loughborough University)(03 of20)
Harry French houses nearly 400 students and is second closest to Loughborough's student union. Students enjoy it's "grassy areas perfect for summer BBQs" and "proximity to the central town". Comments like "I've had the best year of my life at Harry French" really say it all and this block even hosts its own socials and sports events including a winter ball and boat parties. Overall Harry French is held in high regard particularly for its social experience, location and cleanliness. (credit:Studentcrowd)
4. Norwood House (University Of Bath)(04 of20)
Students staying in Norwood House are lucky enough to be right in the centre of campus and just above the students' union. They've praised the halls for allowing you to travel to a lecture in under ten minutes and for having "huge bedrooms". Despite it's size, Norwood House is the second cheapest accommodation available at the University of Bath. Although some students may be affected by the noise of the union nights below, they are given free entry as compensation! (credit:Studentcrowd)
5. Holland Hall (University Of Exeter)(05 of20)
Holland Hall has been rated number five in the UK due to it's fantastic social experience and great management. Comments include "loved the hall and made great friends" and "by far the best hall" despite its distance from Exeter's central campus, with students promising it's worth the money. (credit:Studentcrowd)
6. Marris House (Newcastle University)(06 of20)
Described as "the best of both worlds", this accommodation offers Newcastle students more quiet living whilst retaining the option of plenty of parties to go to. Located next to the sports centre, allowing easy access to students who wish to take advantage of the facilities, Marris House has been described as "the perfect location". The rooms are considered spacious with quality communal areas. (credit:Studentcrowd)
7. Reichel (Bangor University) (07 of20)
Despite being on the edge of Bangor's campus, Reichel allows easy access to every main point of interest. With a strong layout and quality bathrooms, it provides students with brilliant value for money. Students have said that despite shared bathrooms "it doesn't feel like you're sharing" as there are no queues and facilities are kept clean by management staff. Long corridors rather than flats make it easy to meet people every constantly and students can leave their doors open and mingle freely. (credit:Studentcrowd)
8. Norfolk Terrace (University Of East Anglia)(08 of20)
Norfolk Terrace is a grade II listed building designed by Denys Lasdun and allows students amazing views of the canal and surrounding area. The central location and larger than average rooms make this accommodation particularly desirable. Norfolk Terrace has been marked highly for all attributes especially considering it's low prices. Students claim it's "the most sociable hall at UEA" and rave about the lakeside views and down to earth nature of its residents. (credit:Studentcrowd)
9. The Towers (University Of Essex)(09 of20)
Consisting of six towers, hence the name, this Essex accommodation is close to the union and the lecture halls. The prices are considered very good given the location and atmosphere. Students mentioned how easy they found it make close friends in these halls, adding "The friends and experience you have there beats an en-suite any day of the week!". (credit:Studentcrowd)
10. Lafrowda (University Of Exeter)(10 of20)
"I felt like I was in a hotel" really sums up Lafrowda and its quality furnishing and spaciousness. Housing 355 students, the block is close to the students' union and the library so is convenient whether you want to party or study. The rooms are described as light and airy with an abundance of storage, always crucial in student accommodation. Kitchens include coffee tables and sofas, adding a more communal area to integrate. (credit:studentcrowd)
11. Victoria Hall (De Montfort University)(11 of20)
Affordable en suites are every students dream and Victoria Hall has left students very satisfied especially combined with top cleaning efficiency. Residents have described staff and other students alike as friendly and easy to get along with, saying they "didn't want to leave". This hall's proximity to the university is just an added benefit alongside glowing reviews. (credit:studentcrowd)
12. Pollock Halls (University Of Edinburgh)(12 of20)
"Varied food options" are just one of the many selling points of Pollock Halls, as students give it top marks for its menu. Past residents have explained that its layout may mean confidence is required to mix with people as it's slightly harder to mingle. However given its ratings for cleanliness and room size, reviews suggest it's worth the effort. (credit:Studentcrowd)
13. Richardson Road (Newcastle University)(13 of20)
'Ricky Road' has provided students with "the best year", known for forming close friendships, holding the best parties and being situated conveniently for getting in and out of town. Despite the fact it "may not look glamorous", these halls have been described as some of the most sociable with its layout comprising of blocks and flats that allow students to "make friends with anyone". (credit:Studentcrowd)
14. Beech Court (University Of Stirling)(14 of20)
Beech Court is a brand new halls of residence so decor and furnishings are of top quality. These halls are said to be in a great location, provide perfect opportunity to meet people and all with the luxury of a double bed and en suite. "I couldn't have picked a better building to live in in this uni" and other equally positive comments give this accommodation a strong reputation. (credit:Studentcrowd)
15. Gowar (Royal Holloway)(15 of20)
The one downside to Gowar is that it lacks a common room, however spacious hallways, large en suite double bedrooms and bright kitchens with dining areas provide social space. In addition, during the summer months, the lawn in front of the buildings provides the perfect space to meet friends. The modern structure and furnishings of Gowar create an sense of openness combined with large windows and students have said "it feels like home after just a few weeks". (credit:Studentcrowd)
16. Wessex Hall (University Of Reading)(16 of20)
Although its facilities aren't described as the best, students comment that it's "a sacrifice worth making for the incredible atmosphere that Wessex has". It's been referred to as lively and community-centered with some of its residents stating they "wouldn't stay at any other hall". On top of this, Wessex is conveniently placed close to the university, obtaining the highest marks for location, social experience and value for money. (credit:Studentcrowd)
17. Forbes Hall (University Of Strathclyde)(17 of20)
Forbes Hall has been immensely popular with Strathclyde students, praised for being the best value for money. "Really liked living here, it was the best" is the sort of comment this accommodation has received due to it's spaciousness, superb location on campus and proximity to lecture buildings. Forbes Hall gains almost full marks in its reviews, falling slightly on internet quality but making up for it with cleanliness, friendly staff and in providing a positive social space. (credit:Studentcrowd)
18. Furness College (Lancaster University)(18 of20)
These larger halls house 547 students and provides access to campus facilities and a local supermarket so its residents never go hungry. Students from Furness are known to be competitive by nature and fiercely proud of their halls which have earned brilliant reviews. Due to its size, this accommodation block contains not only a common room but its own separate bar, complete with cheap drinks, a pool table and a television. Comments include "it was amazing!" and claim Furness hosts many parties throughout the year but is reasonably quiet for studying in the exam season. (credit:Studentcrowd)
19. Peris (Bangor University)(19 of20)
In these halls, en suite rooms are standard despite how large the building is. Situated next to the gym, Peris is perfect for sporty types and also provides plenty of space for socialising. Students have also commented on it's "safe" atmosphere, feeling completely secure in their accommodation. Boasting the luxury of a lift to reach higher floors, Peris also includes bar/caffe/restaurants, a shop, a mailroom, a gym, a security lodge, a halls office, laundrettes, bike storage, BBQ stations and car parking facilities. (credit:Studentcrowd)
20. Park Terrace (Newcastle University)(20 of20)
With kitchens and other facilities being hailed as top class, and new refurbishment, Park Terrace has definitely earned a place in the top 20 UK halls. Reviewers have added "I couldn't have asked for a better location" and "the kitchen was brilliant". However these halls fall down slightly on cleanliness and management. (credit:Studentcrowd)