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Unite Students - Margaret Rule Hall, Isambard Brunel Road, Portsmouth, UK
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Margaret Rule Hall is a purpose-built student accommodation property managed by Unite Students, located on Isambard Brunel Road, Portsmouth. The University of Portsmouth main campus is 0.51 miles away on foot, making it one of the closer student properties to the university in the city.
Rent covers water, heating, gas, electricity, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance, and all rooms arrive fully furnished. Room options include ensuite rooms in shared apartments and fully self-contained studio apartments with private kitchen facilities.
Margaret Rule Hall Portsmouth sits close to The Hard Interchange, which is Portsmouth's main bus and rail hub, giving you straightforward access across the city and beyond.
The Langstone Campus of the University of Portsmouth is 2.56 miles away and reachable by public transport from the city centre. The building provides 24-hour staff, CCTV, secure door entry, on-site laundry, on-site maintenance, on-site management, and bike storage throughout the year.
The full Margaret Rule Hall Portsmouth address is:
Unite Students - Margaret Rule Hall, Isambard Brunel Road, Portsmouth
The Margaret Rule Hall address on Isambard Brunel Road places you within easy reach of the waterfront, The Hard Interchange, and Portsmouth city centre. For groceries, Commercial Road is a short walk away with a range of supermarkets to cover weekly shopping needs.
PureGym Portsmouth is conveniently nearby for fitness. Old Portsmouth cafes are close for coffee and lunch, and The Dolphin Pub and Kitchen on High Street is a local option for food and evenings out. Gunwharf Quays is accessible for a broader mix of restaurants, shops, and leisure activities in one location.
Getting around from this address is straightforward. The Hard Interchange serves as the main hub for buses across Portsmouth and connects to rail services, with Portsmouth and Southsea train station also accessible for regional travel.
Portsmouth Central Library on Guildhall Square is within reach for academic resources outside the building. Victoria Park provides a large green space close by for time away from studying. Queen Alexandra Hospital Portsmouth is reachable if you need medical attention.
Margaret Rule Hall photos give you the most direct way to assess room layouts, communal areas, building condition, and the surrounding street before you visit in person.
Photos of the ensuite rooms show the private bathroom setup, bed size, desk arrangement, and storage space within each room type. Studio photos show the kitchen area in addition to the bathroom and sleeping space, which helps you judge whether the kitchen size and layout work for your cooking habits.
Beyond individual rooms, Margaret Rule Hall photos of communal areas like the common room and social spaces give you a sense of how residents use the shared parts of the building day to day.
For the most current and detailed photo gallery of Margaret Rule Hall Portsmouth, contact the House of Student team or browse the property listing directly, where room-specific and communal photos are available for each room type.
Halls Margaret Rule Hall offers four ensuite room types and two studio options. All ensuite rooms include a private bathroom with shower, toilet, and basin. Studios are fully self-contained and include a private kitchen with a hob, microwave, fridge, and sink, in addition to a private bathroom. Every room across all types is fully furnished with a bed, study desk, chair, and storage.
The table below covers every room type at Margaret Rule Hall, with weekly pricing and key features.
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Room Type |
Weekly Price |
Bathroom |
Kitchen |
Key Feature |
|
Large Standard Double Ensuite |
from £137.14 |
Private Ensuite |
Shared |
Large double bed, standard floor level |
|
Extra Large Standard Double Ensuite |
from £137.14 |
Private Ensuite |
Shared |
Extra-large double bed, standard floor level |
|
Large High Double Ensuite |
from £148.80 |
Private Ensuite |
Shared |
Large double bed, higher floor position |
|
Extra Large High Double Studio |
from £148.62 |
Private Ensuite |
Private |
Extra-large double bed, high floor, self-contained kitchen |
|
Extra Large Standard Double Studio |
from £148.62 |
Private Ensuite |
Shared communal |
Extra-large double bed, standard floor, studio layout |
|
Extra Large High Double Ensuite |
from £189.00 |
Private Ensuite |
Shared |
Extra-large double bed, highest floor position |
The two rooms at £137.14 per week are the most affordable options at Portsmouth Margaret Rule Hall and cover both large and extra-large double bed sizes at standard floor level. The Large High Double Ensuite at £148.80 per week sits on a higher floor, which typically brings more light into the room.
The two studio options at £148.62 per week are the entry-level choice for students who want a private kitchen, with the high-floor studio offering a better position within the building. The Extra Large High Double Ensuite at £189 per week is the most premium ensuite option, combining the largest bed size with the highest floor position available in the ensuite category.
Contact the House of Student team to confirm which room types are currently open for your intake year and to get live pricing before making a booking.
Halls of residence Margaret Rule Hall uses a fully all-inclusive rent structure, covering every major household bill plus contents insurance. All rooms are also fully furnished on arrival, so there are no additional costs for furniture or appliances before you move in.
The table below sets out everything included in the weekly rent at Margaret Rule Hall Portsmouth.
|
Included |
Details |
|
Water |
All water usage covered |
|
Heating |
Heating costs included throughout the tenancy |
|
Gas |
Gas usage covered within the rent |
|
Electricity |
All electricity usage included |
|
Wi-Fi |
High-speed internet throughout the building |
|
Contents Insurance |
Personal belongings protected for the full tenancy |
|
Furniture |
All rooms fully furnished on arrival |
|
On-Site Management and Maintenance |
Dedicated team handling queries and property issues |
The inclusion of contents insurance as a standard part of the rent is worth noting. In private rentals, arranging a separate contents policy is an added cost that many students overlook until after signing a lease.
At Margaret Rule Hall it is covered from day one. The on-site management and maintenance being listed as part of the package confirms that any issues during your tenancy are handled by a team based in the building, without having to go through an external landlord or a call centre.
Margaret Rule Hall provides a full set of facilities covering security, social interaction, academic support, and everyday practical needs. The 24-hour staff presence means support is available at any time of day, not only during office hours. On-site maintenance and on-site management are handled by a dedicated team within the building, which means issues are addressed without delay.
The table below gives a full overview of the facilities at Margaret Rule Hall.
|
Facility |
Details |
|
24-Hour Staff |
Support staff available to residents at all times |
|
CCTV |
Camera coverage across the property throughout |
|
Secure Door Entry |
Controlled building access for residents only |
|
Fire Alarm |
Fire safety systems installed throughout the building |
|
On-Site Management |
Dedicated team managing day-to-day building operations |
|
On-Site Maintenance |
In-house team resolving property issues promptly |
|
On-Site Laundry |
Washing and drying machines available within the building |
|
Common Room |
Shared social and relaxation space for residents |
|
Social Spaces |
Dedicated communal areas for resident interaction |
|
Bike Storage |
Secure storage for bicycles |
|
Recycling |
Waste disposal and recycling facilities on site |
The common room at Margaret Rule Hall serves as a central gathering point for residents, covering socialising, casual study sessions, and day-to-day interaction between flatmates and neighbours.
Social spaces beyond the common room give residents options for where they spend time outside their studios or rooms. On-site laundry removes the need to find a laundrette nearby, and bike storage supports students who cycle to the University of Portsmouth main campus, which is 0.51 miles away and a practical cycling distance on a daily basis.
Margaret Rule Hall Portsmouth sits on Isambard Brunel Road, close to The Hard and Portsmouth Harbour, which places it within a short walk of the University of Portsmouth main campus.
The 0.51-mile distance means most students attending the main campus walk to lectures without needing public transport. The Langstone Campus is further at 2.56 miles and is covered by bus services from the city centre, with The Hard Interchange close to the property being the nearest major bus connection.
The table below sets out the university campuses accessible from Margaret Rule Hall.
|
University |
Campus |
Distance |
Travel Method |
|
Main Campus |
0.51 miles |
Walk or cycle |
|
|
University of Portsmouth |
Langstone Campus |
2.56 miles |
Public transport |
Students at the University of Portsmouth main campus can walk from Margaret Rule Hall in around 10 minutes. The main campus covers the majority of university departments, the Guildhall Square library, and the student union, meaning most day-to-day university activity is comfortably within walking distance.
The Langstone Campus is home to specific departments and sports facilities. Students splitting time between both campuses will find the Isambard Brunel Road location convenient for walking to the main campus and using The Hard Interchange for bus connections to Langstone.
Margaret Rule Hall answers the practical questions that matter most when deciding on student accommodation in Portsmouth.
Is the property close to the University of Portsmouth?
Yes. The University of Portsmouth main campus is 0.51 miles from Margaret Rule Hall, which is around a 10-minute walk. No public transport is needed for the daily commute to the main campus.
The property offers four ensuite room types with private bathrooms and shared kitchens, and two studio types with private bathrooms and private kitchen facilities. All rooms are single occupancy and fully furnished.
Prices at Margaret Rule Hall start at £137.14 per week for the entry-level ensuite rooms. Studio options start at £148.62 per week. The most premium ensuite option, the Extra Large High Double Ensuite, is priced at £189 per week.
Yes. Water, heating, gas, electricity, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance are all included in the weekly rent. All rooms are also fully furnished on arrival.
Yes. Margaret Rule Hall photos for individual room types and communal areas are available through the House of Student listing. Contact the team directly to access a full photo gallery before making a decision.
The building has 24-hour staff, CCTV, secure door entry, fire alarm systems, and a dedicated on-site management and maintenance team.
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Maya Ewens
Our daughter has lived there during her first year at university. The reception staff have always been very helpful, and the location is excellent, close to all university buildings, shops and other essentials. However, maintenance is a major issue. When something in the room, kitchen or bathroom needs fixing, it almost never gets resolved. Basic issues such as a blown fuse are attended to, but underlying problems remain. For example, the plug socket in her room trips every time she uses her hairdryer, and despite reporting it repeatedly, it has never been upgraded. The kitchen extractor hood has never worked. Whenever anyone cooks, the steam and smoke have nowhere to escape because the windows only open a fraction. This often triggers the alarm system as the kitchen fills with smoke. It has been reported multiple times, yet nothing has been done. The bathroom is also in poor condition. Floor tiles are broken and lift when stepped on, allowing water to run underneath and cause mould. The floor under the shower is cracked, with similar issues. All of this was reported at the start of the year, but no repairs have been carried out. I understand the safety restrictions around window openings, but a gap of barely half an inch makes it impossible to ventilate the rooms, including the kitchen. This creates an uncomfortable living environment and contributes to many problems. Surely, opening another few inches would still be within safety range allowing some airflow. Overall, the location and staff are great, but the lack of maintenance and failure to address reported issues significantly let the accommodation down.
William Smedley
Not that bad of a student accommodation compared to the other options. The bed is surprisingly comfortable and sturdy, and the desk is a good size. However the paper thin walls result in being able to hear your flatmate whenever they use the toilet, which is disturbing. It’s near impossible to get a decent sleep if you have loud neighbours or are situated near the roads. There’s genuinely no point of the dryers, it takes about 3-4 sessions to actually dry your clothes. Ended up not bothering to wash until the holiday times. The fire alarm will drive you insane, going off for up to 8 minutes at a time every single Tuesday. It makes you numb to the actual prospect of a real fire, as absolutely no one takes it seriously. Only 10 people leave the building during real fire alarms, as we were used to it constantly going off. My biggest problem was the silverfish and spider infestation. The second I opened the door when moving in, I walked into a giant spider web and was greeted by a family of silverfish under the bed. Ask anyone who has stayed here, they will tell you their experience with silverfish. It gets to a point you become used to it. Overall, it could be worse. At least it’s near Tesco.
PickledSakura
It's a decent accommodation which also provides summer stay for those who want part-time work during studies. It's all inclusive, which is great during these times through the cost of living. Reception are lovely, and they are always happy to help and listen to my concerns. The rooms are decently sized, and the toilet and shower are functional. I was lucky with the kitchen size; but, for those who are unlucky, it can be a bit of a squeeze between the counter spaces and the island tables especially when you have to share with 5 other people. Both lifts are working as of now. WiFi is pretty alright to stream HD videos and play games. It can run a lot of devices at once without bottle-necking. The downsides can be that maintenance is on and off sometimes; they've fixed a couple of my issues very quickly, but my kitchen light hasn't been replaced for a couple of months and, as of now it still hasn't. During winter and cold weather; the radiators are timed, so you'd constantly have to keep putting it back on to high just to get consistent heat. It doesn't help that the windows do let in a draft as it looks as if it's not well insulated, so my curtains are shut during those times. I've seen complaints that the washing and drying are ridiculous pricing, but you won't get a better price at normal laundry shops. They do the job.
Lucas Lu
Washing and drying facilities are run down and barely work, if you manage to find a washer and dryer that work, good luck getting anything above a half load of clothes clean and dry and not smelling of damp for the next week. After a full “dry” cycle clothes will still be absolutely sodden if you have any towels or jeans in there. To add insult to injury it’s fairly expensive to operate these machines. Other reviews have mentioned the fire alarm, this issue is not nearly as bad as the fact that the elevators have not been working for the last ~2 months. Rooms and staff are nice enough but the washing and drying facilities are so mind bogglingly bad that this is lucky to be a 2 star.
Damon Shaw
Friendly reception, decent room sizes, not too expensive, good facilities and location. Only one star because despite this it’s infested with silverfish, front door & lift have been broken for most of the year, and you’ll have people turning up at your door at random times for “inspections” & maintenance. So yeah could be positive but your bed will be full of bugs which they’ll refuse to do much about besides a bit of spray. And expensive faulty washing machines which consistently don’t work.
Maya Ewens
Our daughter has lived there during her first year at university. The reception staff have always been very helpful, and the location is excellent, close to all university buildings, shops and other essentials. However, maintenance is a major issue. When something in the room, kitchen or bathroom needs fixing, it almost never gets resolved. Basic issues such as a blown fuse are attended to, but underlying problems remain. For example, the plug socket in her room trips every time she uses her hairdryer, and despite reporting it repeatedly, it has never been upgraded. The kitchen extractor hood has never worked. Whenever anyone cooks, the steam and smoke have nowhere to escape because the windows only open a fraction. This often triggers the alarm system as the kitchen fills with smoke. It has been reported multiple times, yet nothing has been done. The bathroom is also in poor condition. Floor tiles are broken and lift when stepped on, allowing water to run underneath and cause mould. The floor under the shower is cracked, with similar issues. All of this was reported at the start of the year, but no repairs have been carried out. I understand the safety restrictions around window openings, but a gap of barely half an inch makes it impossible to ventilate the rooms, including the kitchen. This creates an uncomfortable living environment and contributes to many problems. Surely, opening another few inches would still be within safety range allowing some airflow. Overall, the location and staff are great, but the lack of maintenance and failure to address reported issues significantly let the accommodation down.
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