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Staniforth St, Birmingham B4 7DN, United Kingdom
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Choosing student accommodation in Birmingham usually comes down to a few practical questions: how far is it from university, what does the rent cover, and what is there to use once you move in? Staniforth House Birmingham answers each of these with a central location, several room types and facilities that cover the basics of student living.
The property sits on Staniforth Street, close to Aston University and several Birmingham City University campuses. There are ensuite rooms for students who want a private bathroom within shared accommodation, along with studios for those who would rather have their own kitchen and living space.
Bills are included in the rent, while study rooms, a common room, cinema room, outdoor courtyards and other on-site facilities give residents places to work or spend time away from their rooms.
Moving into university accommodation means finding a room that works for both study and everyday life. Staniforth House offers two main styles of accommodation, so students can decide how much shared space they are comfortable with.
The ensuite rooms are part of shared apartments, with residents sharing the kitchen and other communal areas with their flatmates. Studios offer a more private setup, with the main living facilities contained within the room.
The property also has study rooms and printing facilities for coursework, alongside a common room, cinema room and outdoor courtyards. Practical services such as laundry, bike storage, on-site maintenance and management are available within the building.
For students comparing Staniforth House reviews, its location is one of the main points worth considering. Aston University is nearby, Birmingham City University's campuses are also within reach, and Birmingham city centre is close enough for shopping, food and evenings out.
Address
Staniforth Street
Birmingham B4 7DN
United Kingdom
The Staniforth House address places the property on the eastern side of Birmingham city centre, close to Aston University and the Gosta Green area.
Aston University is less than a quarter of a mile away, which makes the property particularly useful for students who have classes on campus. Birmingham City University also has several campuses nearby, including locations associated with Staniforth Street.
The surrounding area has most of the places students need during the week. Tesco Superstore and Tesco Express cover regular grocery shopping, while Bullring & Grand Central is within reach for larger shopping trips, restaurants and entertainment.
There are also cafés and places to eat around Gosta Green. Students can head to The Button Factory or Sacks Of Potatoes for food, while The Wolf and The Trocadero are nearby options for meeting friends.
For quieter time away from the city streets, Vesey Gardens offers some outdoor space. The Library of Birmingham is another useful option when you need somewhere to read, research or work outside your accommodation.
The location makes Staniforth House Birmingham particularly relevant to students studying at Aston University and Birmingham City University, but the accommodation itself also has a useful selection of facilities.
Here are some of the main features:
The choice between shared accommodation and a studio is useful for students with different budgets and living preferences. Someone who enjoys having flatmates can opt for an ensuite room, while a student who values having their own cooking and living space can look at the studio options.
Staniforth House Birmingham has a substantial selection of rooms, ranging from smaller ensuite rooms to larger studios. Prices start at £137 per week, with the final rate depending on the room category and availability.
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Room Type |
Weekly Rent |
|
Medium High Double Ensuite |
From £137 |
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Medium Standard Double Ensuite |
From £139 |
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Classic Ensuite |
From £171 |
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Premium Range 1 Ensuite |
From £175 |
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Medium Highest Double Ensuite |
From £176 |
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Large Standard Double Studio |
From £191.20 |
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Double Wheelchair Accessible Studio |
From £192 |
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Accessible Studio |
From £239 |
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Studio |
From £239 |
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Large High Double Studio |
From £242 |
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Large Highest Double Studio |
From £245 |
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Ensuite |
Price on Request |
Weekly rates can change with room availability and tenancy length. All rooms are furnished, with utility bills, broadband and contents insurance included within the accommodation fee.
The ensuite categories include Medium High Double Ensuite, Medium Standard Double Ensuite, Classic Ensuite, Premium Range 1 Ensuite and Medium Highest Double Ensuite.
These rooms suit students who want a private bathroom but are happy to share the kitchen and communal areas with other residents. The different room categories also give students some choice over price and available space.
Students who prefer a more independent setup can choose from several studio options.
The studio range includes Large Standard Double Studio, Double Wheelchair Accessible Studio, Accessible Studio, Studio, Large High Double Studio and Large Highest Double Studio. These options give students their own living arrangement rather than sharing a flat kitchen with other residents.
Staniforth House also has accessible options, including the Double Wheelchair Accessible Studio and Accessible Studio.
These rooms give students looking for accessible accommodation additional choices within the property rather than limiting them to the standard room categories.
The weekly accommodation fee covers several household costs that students would otherwise need to arrange separately.
Your rent includes:
Having these costs included keeps the main household payments together with the accommodation fee. Students therefore do not need to set up separate accounts for the listed utilities after moving into Birmingham Staniforth House.
The facilities at Staniforth House cover the parts of student life that happen outside the bedroom. There are places for coursework, shared areas for downtime and several services that deal with routine tasks such as laundry and bike storage.
Students have access to dedicated spaces for academic work, including:
The study rooms give residents another place to work when they want a change from their bedroom. Printing facilities are also available on-site for coursework and university-related documents.
There are several shared areas around the property for time away from lectures and assignments.
Residents can use:
The common room gives residents somewhere to sit and spend time with other students, while the cinema room offers another option for relaxing in the building. The outdoor courtyards provide some open space without having to leave the property.
Security features at halls Staniforth House include:
These services cover both building security and the practical issues that can come up during the year. On-site management and maintenance also mean that residents have support within the property when something needs attention.
Students can use the on-site laundry rather than having to find a separate laundrette.
There is also secure bike storage for residents who cycle to university or around Birmingham. Other facilities include a vending machine and recycling facilities, giving students a few useful services within the building itself.
The location of Staniforth House Birmingham works particularly well for students attending Aston University or Birmingham City University. Both are close enough to make walking a realistic option for many students, which can take a fair amount of daily travel out of the timetable.
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University |
Approx. Distance |
Approx. Walking Time |
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0.2 miles |
Around 5–6 minutes |
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Birmingham City University – City Centre Campus |
0.6 miles |
Around 14 minutes |
|
University of Law – Birmingham Campus |
0.9 miles |
Around 20 minutes |
Aston University is one of the closest universities to Staniforth House, with the campus around 0.2 miles away. The short distance means students can generally walk to lectures rather than depending on buses or trains for the daily commute.
Birmingham City University is also close to the property. The City Centre Campus is around 0.6 miles away, while BCU lists Staniforth House as one of its accommodation options closest to City Centre Campus.
Students studying at other BCU locations should check their specific campus before booking, as the university has several sites across Birmingham. BCU's published distances from Staniforth House include approximately 0.9 miles to Margaret Street, 1.1 miles to Vittoria Street and 2.3 miles to City South Campus.
The University of Law's Birmingham campus is also within reach of Staniforth House, at around 0.9 miles from the residence. The journey is longer than the walk to Aston or BCU, but remains manageable for students who prefer walking to campus.
For students choosing Staniforth House Birmingham, the main advantage is therefore its proximity to Birmingham's central university campuses. Aston University and Birmingham City University are especially close, while other institutions can be reached on foot or by public transport.
Students searching for accommodation during Clearing may have fewer room choices if they leave their search until after receiving their university offer. This is particularly relevant for properties close to Birmingham's main universities, where demand can change quickly around the start of the academic year.
Staniforth House has both ensuite rooms and studios, so students can look at different accommodation types depending on their budget and preferred setup. Availability is subject to change, and the room categories available during Clearing may not be the same as those listed earlier in the year.
If you're considering bcu Staniforth House while making your university plans, checking the available room types and current prices as soon as your place is confirmed gives you a clearer idea of what is still available.
Getting around from Staniforth House Birmingham is relatively straightforward, with rail and bus connections close to the property.
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Transport |
Details |
|
Railway Station |
Birmingham Snow Hill Station |
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Nearby Bus Route |
Gosta Green Bus Corridor |
Birmingham Snow Hill Station provides rail services from the city centre, while the Gosta Green Bus Corridor connects the area with other parts of Birmingham.
Several university buildings are close enough to walk from the property, particularly Aston University's campus. That can make walking a practical option for students whose lectures are nearby, while buses and trains are available for journeys further across the city.
The central location also means students do not necessarily need to rely on public transport for every trip. Shops, restaurants, university buildings and other everyday destinations can be reached on foot from the residence.
The area around Staniforth House Birmingham has a useful mix of places for shopping, food, exercise, healthcare and study. Most of these are within the city, so students have several options when they need a break from campus or want to pick something up during the week.
Students who want to keep up with regular exercise can visit:
The gym is within reach of the property and gives residents another option for fitting workouts around lectures and coursework.
Grocery shopping and larger trips into the city are both straightforward from the residence.
Shopping
Supermarkets
Tesco stores cover regular grocery runs, while Bullring & Grand Central has a much larger selection of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.
Students have access to medical services in Birmingham when healthcare is needed during term time.
Hospital
There are several places around Gosta Green and the city centre for coffee, meals and meeting friends.
Cafés
Restaurants
These options work for anything from a quick meal between classes to sitting down with friends after university.
Students who prefer working outside their accommodation can make use of:
The library offers another setting for reading, research and independent study when you want some distance from your room.
Vesey Gardens provides an outdoor option close to the property.
It can be a useful place to walk or spend some time outside after a long day of lectures and coursework.
For an evening with friends, several pubs and venues are located around the surrounding area.
These give students a few options for meeting friends without having to travel far from the accommodation.
Staniforth House suits students who want to stay close to Birmingham's universities while having a choice between shared and more private accommodation. The room range is broad, and the facilities cover study, socialising and several everyday tasks.
Aston University is less than a quarter of a mile from the property, making Staniforth House Birmingham particularly suitable for students whose classes are based there.
The short distance can make walking to lectures a realistic option on many days.
Several Birmingham City University campuses are also within reach. Students searching for bcu Staniforth House accommodation can therefore consider the property if they want to keep their commute relatively short.
The property has both ensuite rooms and studios.
An ensuite room gives you a private bathroom while keeping the kitchen and other shared areas communal. A studio offers a more self-contained arrangement for students who would rather have their own cooking and living space.
Electricity, gas, heating, water, Wi-Fi, broadband and contents insurance are included in the rent.
This keeps the main household costs within the weekly accommodation payment rather than requiring separate arrangements for each service.
The study rooms, printing facilities, common room, cinema room and outdoor courtyards give residents several spaces to use beyond their own room.
On-site laundry, bike storage, maintenance and management also cover some of the practical parts of living away from home.
The Staniforth House address puts students close to universities, shops, restaurants and transport connections. Birmingham Snow Hill Station is nearby, while the Gosta Green Bus Corridor offers another way to travel around the city.
For students who want their accommodation close to both campus and central Birmingham, the location is one of the property's main advantages.
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Everything Ellie
I have just completed my first year at uni and mostly enjoyed my stay at Staniforth House accommodation. Positives: + The building was kept really clean and tidy and one of the cleaners said ‘good morning’ to me every time I left for uni which was an uplifting way to start the day! + There are lots of different rooms available for use such as the cinema room, the study rooms, the common room and games room as well as the outdoor cinema too. Due to there being no gym, I used the common room to stretch & workout as there was plenty of space. + My room has lots of storage including the 8 boxes above the bed which were perfect for decoration or storage. I loved the long desk at the end of the room as there was plenty of space to put my TV, work and have decorations. + I had the view of the main carpark and road which was lovely. The carpark being directly next to the building was perfect for family visiting at only £5 for 24hrs!!! However here are some of the reasons why I knocked 2 stars off: - I had to move flats halfway through the year due to flatmates being incredibly noisy 24/7 and waking me up in the night. I tried to communicate my issues to them directly but most of the time I was ignored or laughed at behind my back. (However as soon as I told the staff this, they moved me with immediate effect due to me not having the living situation I was paying for.) - Staff were mostly nice however when it came to unclean kitchens, there strategies didn’t ever work. They suggest making a cleaning rotor but this didn’t work as the people making the mess didn’t partake and it was often the clean ones doing all the work. - I had a mouse in my first flat which was scary and put me off going in the kitchen. I struggled to eat for a period of time because of this. - The lifts broke multiple times and took ages to fix which was a nightmare being on higher up floors. - The showers are square and very small and the light often went off in there which made having a shower slightly dangerous. - Getting to the under bed storage was difficult and I often hurt myself doing so!! I acknowledge that most of the bad experiences I had here were due to the people I was in a flat with and was nothing to do with the actual accomodation itself. However I know I had the most problems at my accommodation out of all of my friends who are at other accommodations! I am not staying here next year due to the people in the building and their childish behaviours. I am moving to a different accommodation so hopefully I’ll have a nicer experience than Staniforth!
Colin Eboku
Great accommodation with friendly and helpful staff. Particularly thankful to Taraneh who helped me check in and gave great support throughout my stay. The only thing that drops it from 5 star to 4 is the noise in the pipes during the colder months. Otherwise, it’s a great place overall.
Saio Kargbo
Staniforth House is one of the best student accommodations in Birmingham. The staff are really nice, especially Taraneh. She is always happy to help, very welcoming, and always has a smile on her face. Staniforth House is definitely the place to be!
RAJ SINGH
Bilal is excellent. He really supported us when my daughter was injured and needed taking safely in the evacuation chair as she couldn't walk. Hes friendly, professional and an excellent worker. Hes a credit to staniforth house.
Hana H
I put 2 stars so this review doesn’t get taken down , do not come to this accomdation!!!!!! not only is it overcrowded you have to share with 9 other people , but also the rooms are small, the buliding stinks and there are issues with the taps not fully closing , and the state of some flats are disgusting.
Everything Ellie
I have just completed my first year at uni and mostly enjoyed my stay at Staniforth House accommodation. Positives: + The building was kept really clean and tidy and one of the cleaners said ‘good morning’ to me every time I left for uni which was an uplifting way to start the day! + There are lots of different rooms available for use such as the cinema room, the study rooms, the common room and games room as well as the outdoor cinema too. Due to there being no gym, I used the common room to stretch & workout as there was plenty of space. + My room has lots of storage including the 8 boxes above the bed which were perfect for decoration or storage. I loved the long desk at the end of the room as there was plenty of space to put my TV, work and have decorations. + I had the view of the main carpark and road which was lovely. The carpark being directly next to the building was perfect for family visiting at only £5 for 24hrs!!! However here are some of the reasons why I knocked 2 stars off: - I had to move flats halfway through the year due to flatmates being incredibly noisy 24/7 and waking me up in the night. I tried to communicate my issues to them directly but most of the time I was ignored or laughed at behind my back. (However as soon as I told the staff this, they moved me with immediate effect due to me not having the living situation I was paying for.) - Staff were mostly nice however when it came to unclean kitchens, there strategies didn’t ever work. They suggest making a cleaning rotor but this didn’t work as the people making the mess didn’t partake and it was often the clean ones doing all the work. - I had a mouse in my first flat which was scary and put me off going in the kitchen. I struggled to eat for a period of time because of this. - The lifts broke multiple times and took ages to fix which was a nightmare being on higher up floors. - The showers are square and very small and the light often went off in there which made having a shower slightly dangerous. - Getting to the under bed storage was difficult and I often hurt myself doing so!! I acknowledge that most of the bad experiences I had here were due to the people I was in a flat with and was nothing to do with the actual accomodation itself. However I know I had the most problems at my accommodation out of all of my friends who are at other accommodations! I am not staying here next year due to the people in the building and their childish behaviours. I am moving to a different accommodation so hopefully I’ll have a nicer experience than Staniforth!
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