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Area Guide
for life after halls
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Contents
Section 1: The Areas
Section 2: Useful Information
Section 3: Maps
Local area overviews, average rent rates, travel times and local facilities for 17 London areas
Pages 6 to 41
Information and contacts for when out and about viewing properties
Pages 45 to 61
Bus map for routes to South Kensington and South Kensington information
Pages 62 to 65
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Student friendly rentals in Central London
If you are looking to rent in Central London
please call Stuart or Hollie on 020 7408 5155or visit our website www.residentialland.com
Rent direct from one of London’s largest landlords
� Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available to rent � 24 hour porterage with secure access � Weekly linen and towel supply � Laundry facilities � Free wireless internet connection � Free residents gymnasium & spa � 5 minutes walk to South Kensington and Gloucester Road underground
Roland HouseSouth Kensington SW7
� Studio, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom houses available to rent
� Many with outside space � Luxury gated development � Newly refurbished � Moments from Fulham Road
Peony CourtSouth Kensington SW10
Lancaster Gate56-60 Lancaster Gate W2
� Studio, 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom apartments available to rent
� Period stucco buildings with high ceilings
� Moments from Hyde Park � 3 minutes walk to Lancaster Gate underground
Why rent a flat with Residential Land? � Deal directly with a responsible landlord � Flexible rental terms � Clean and modern apartments
� Dedicated building managers � 24 hour maintenance service � All flats available furnished or unfurnished
from
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£500pw
from
£450pw
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TAKE YOUR PICK
Fantastic choice of accommodation for Imperial College London. 24-hour security, all bills included and on-site maintenance.
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Student friendly rentals in Central London
If you are looking to rent in Central London
please call Stuart or Hollie on 020 7408 5155or visit our website www.residentialland.com
Rent direct from one of London’s largest landlords
� Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available to rent � 24 hour porterage with secure access � Weekly linen and towel supply � Laundry facilities � Free wireless internet connection � Free residents gymnasium & spa � 5 minutes walk to South Kensington and Gloucester Road underground
Roland HouseSouth Kensington SW7
� Studio, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments and 3 bedroom houses available to rent
� Many with outside space � Luxury gated development � Newly refurbished � Moments from Fulham Road
Peony CourtSouth Kensington SW10
Lancaster Gate56-60 Lancaster Gate W2
� Studio, 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom apartments available to rent
� Period stucco buildings with high ceilings
� Moments from Hyde Park � 3 minutes walk to Lancaster Gate underground
Why rent a flat with Residential Land? � Deal directly with a responsible landlord � Flexible rental terms � Clean and modern apartments
� Dedicated building managers � 24 hour maintenance service � All flats available furnished or unfurnished
from
£350pw
from
£500pw
from
£450pw
CLOSE TO UNIVERSITYSTUDENT FLATS
TAKE YOUR PICK
Fantastic choice of accommodation for Imperial College London. 24-hour security, all bills included and on-site maintenance.
Hurry, book today!
Find out more: 0207 831 2447
unite-students.com
Terms and conditions apply. Images and photography are representative of accommodation only.See unite-students.com/legalstuff for full details.
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Borough Rents Map
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Area Index
In this guide we’ve put together some information on 17 London areas, popular with Imperial students.
The information given here is to provide a general overview of each area and to help you get started in your search.
We strongly advise that you conduct your own research and visit an area at different times of the day to ensure that it’s the right place for you.
If you are interested in an area that is not featured within the guide, we recommend that you speak to a local estate agent or alternatively use websites such as London Rents Map to get more local information.
http://www.london.gov.uk/rents/
Acton Town (W3)
Battersea (SW11)
Bloomsbury (WC1)
Brixton (SW2/SW9)
Camden (NW1)
Clapham (SW4/SW11)
Earl’s Court (SW5)
Finsbury Park (N4)
Fulham (SW6)
Hammersmith (W6)
Kilburn (NW6)
Notting Hill (W11)
Paddington (W2)
Shepherd’s Bush (W12)
South Kensington (SW7)
West Kensington (W14)
Whitechapel (E1)
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Acton Town (w3)
Acton Town is located in West London in the London Borough of Ealing.It has excellent transport links to South Kensington, Central London and Heathrow. A ten minute walk away from the station you will find the shops and supermarkets of Acton High Street. Enjoy the vast open spaces of Gunnersbury Park, a 5 minute walk from Acton Town tube, or venture to Acton Park which is 20 minutes away on Uxbridge Road.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £90 - £135Studio: £110 - £1901 bedroom: £210 - £2602 bedroom: £270 - £325 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 15 minutesBus: 110 minutesBicycle: 32 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
zone 3
Piccadilly Line
District Line
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesGunnersbury Park - open until duskActon Park - access from Uxbridge Road or the Vale
GymVirgin Active 36 Bromyard Avenue, W3 7AUFitness First The Oaks Shopping centre, High St. W3 6RE
LibraryActon Library is located on the High Street on the corner of Winchester Street
Places of WorshipSt Dunstan, Friar Place, EalingActon Synagogue, 15 Grange Road, Ealing Green.
HospitalCentral Middlesex Hospital located on Acton Lane in the Park Royal area.
SupermarketsMorrisonsKing Street, Acton W3 9LATesco355-369 Uxbridge Road W3 9RH24 Hours217 High Street, Acton W3 9BY
Far East Supermarket41 The Vale W3 7RRMiddle East Food Market355-369 Uxbridge Road W3 9RH
BanksActon High Street
Barclays HSBC
NatwestSantander
Food and DrinkHigh Street
Bombay Bistro George and Dragon
Uxbridge RoadPrincess Victoria
Thai Nice
For more local area info: www.stuckinlondon.com
Gunnersbury Park - W3
9Acton W3 Sign
Battersea (sw11)
Battersea is an inner-city district in Wandsworth on the south side of the Thames. Battersea is home to many iconic landmarks, including Battersea Power Station and the world famous Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. Visit Battersea Park and enjoy the gardens, lakes and fountains. There is even a Children’s Zoo! Battersea Arts Centre on Lavender Hill supports local arts and offers a wide variety of live music and dance, however it is particularly known for its cutting edge theatre. Within the area there are plenty of local supermarkets and high street shops.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £80 - £145Studio: £165 - £2601 bedroom: £265 - £3202 bedroom: £310 - £410 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 21 minutesBus: 40 minutesBicycle: 15 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk
Mansion Student 0800 652 7844www.mansionstudent.co.uk
GradPad 0203 489 5853 www.gradpadlondon.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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Battersea Park
Mainline
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesBattersea Park - located on the south bank of the Thames. Park gates open 08.00 to dusk GymBattersea Fitness and Wellbeing CentreSheepcote Lane, SW11 5BTYorky’s GymYork Road, SW11 3QA
LibraryBattersea Library 265 Lavender Hill SW11 1JB
Places of WorshipBattersea Central Methodist Church, SW11 3QJ Christ Church and St Stephen, SW11 2PN
HospitalWandswroth Community NHS Health Trust, 162 St John’s Hill, SW11 1SW
SupermarketsAsda204 Lavender Hill SW11 1JG
Sainsbury’s Local326 Battersea Park Road SW11 3BYTesco Metro275-277 Battersea Park Road, SW11 4LU
Battersea Arts Centre - SW11
Banks St John’s Hill
Barclays Halifax
St John’s RoadNationwide
NatWest Santander
Lavender HillHSBC
Food and DrinkBattersea Bridge Road
Bunga Bunga The Draft House
Pizza Express Battersea SpiceParkgate Road
Doodle Bar
The Draft House - SW11
Battersea Park - SW11
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Bloomsbury (wc1)
Bloomsbury is an area in Central London in the London Borough of Camden. The area of Bloomsbury is roughly constrained by Tottenham Court Road, Euston Road, Gray’s Inn Road and High Holborn. Russell Square tube is in the centre of the area and is on the Piccadilly line, however, on the fringes of Bloomsbury you will find numerous other stations on various tube lines. Bloomsbury is an area noted for its garden squares, of which Russell Square is the largest. Bloomsbury is home to the British Museum, as well as several educational and medical institutions.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £90 - £135Studio: £155 - £2051 bedroom: £210 - £3252 bedroom: £280 - £410 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 1
Travel Times to South Kensington
(from Russell Square)
Train time: 14 minutesBus: 60 minutesBicycle: 23 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Piccadilly Line
(Russell Square-
other lines nearby )
Home House Estates 020 7493 1911
www.homehouseestates.co.uk
University Hall 020 7486 5445www.universityhall.co.uk
Unite 0207 831 2447www.unite-students.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesRussell Square - located in the heart of the Bloomsbury area.
GymFitness FirstCoram Street, Bloomsbury, WC1N 1HBGym Box100 High Holborn, WC1V 6RDVirgin ActiveOxford Street, W1D 1LT
LibrarySenate House Malet StreetWC1E 7HU
Places of WorshipAll Saints C of E, 7 Margaret Street W1W 8JG Muslim World League, 46 Goodge Street, W1T 4LU
HospitalUniversity College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, NW1 2BU
SupermarketsSainsbury’s129-133 Kingsway WC2B 6NHTesco Express40 Bernard Street WC1N 1QJ The People’s Supermarket72-78 Lamb’s Conduit Street WC1N 3LP WaitroseBrunswick Square WC1N 1AF
Banks High Holborn
NatWest RBS
Russell SquareBarclays
Southampton RowCo-Operative Bank
Metro Bank
Food and DrinkBrunswick Centre
GiraffeHigh Holborn Asadal Korean
Kingsway HolbornSushi Hiroba
Marchmont Street The Marquis Cornwallis
Southampton RowIl Fornello
For more local area info: www.london-tourist-information.co.uk
Russell Square - WC1
Sicilian Market - WC1 13
Brixton (SW2/Sw9)
Brixton is a district in the London Borough of Lambeth in South London.Brixton is mainly residential with a prominent street market and substantial retail sector. The mixture of high street shops and independent markets attracts many people to the area. Within these markets you will find a fantastic choice of small restaurants that offer a great variety of food, at reasonable prices. The Ritzy Cinema is a beautiful venue showing a large selection of films from current blockbusters to world cinema releases. A fifteen minute walk away you will find Brockwell Park a large park with many sports facilities - including a lido.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £87 - £110Studio: £110 - £1801 bedroom: £185 - £2202 bedroom: £265 - £360 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 19 minutesBus: 60 minutesBicycle: 27 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Victoria Line
Mansion Student 0800 652 7844www.mansionstudent.co.uk
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesBrockwell Park - a fifteen minute walk from Brixton Tube. GymClapham Leisure CentreClapham Manor Street, SW4 6DBFitness FirstStockwell Road, SW9 9SP PepilatesClapham Park Road, SW4 7DD
LibraryThe library is in the centre of Brixton, next to the Ritzy cinema on Wandsworth Road.
Places of WorshipBrixton Mosque, SW9 7PHAll Saints Church,SW2 5NP
HospitalSt Thomas’ Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7EH
SupermarketsBrixton MarketElectric Avenue SW9 8JXBrixton Supermarket36 Atlantic Road SW9 8JWCostcutter98 Brixton Hill SW2 1QNSainsbury’s 266-270 Brixton Hill SW2 1HBTesco Stores109 Tulse Hill SW2 4QB
Ritzy Cinema - SW2
Banks Brixton Road
Halifax HSBC
Natwest Nationwide SantanderAcre Lane
Lloyds TSB
Food and DrinkAcre lane
Bamboula Caribbean Brixton Hill White Horse
Brixton Market Franco Manca Brixton Village Honest Burgers
Effra Road Hootananny
For more local area info: www.visitlondon.comBrixton Market - SW2 15
Camden (nw1)
Camden is in North London in the centre of the London Borough of Camden.Camden is known for its world famous markets and is strongly associated with alternative culture. The shops on Camden High Street are adorned with colourful, and 3D, shopfronts adding to the quirky and lively vibe of the local area. The Camden Roundhouse is a well know music venue regularly hosting a wide variety of musical events. Regent’s Canal runs through Camden Town and you can follow the tow path from Little Venice to the Islington Tunnel. London Zoo and Regent’s Park are within the borough along with Primrose Hill, an area of Regent’s Park, offering fantastic views of the city.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £100 - £150Studio: £200 - £2751 bedroom: £300 - £3902 bedroom: £420 - £570 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 19 minutesBus: 60 minutesBicycle: 27 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Northern Line
Local Accommodation Providers
Unite 0207 831 2447
www.unite-students.com
Mansion Student 0800 652 7844www.mansionstudent.co.uk
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesRegent’s Park - a large park with sporting facilities, boating lake and home to the London Zoo GymFitness FirstAlbert Street, NW1 7NESoho GymsCamden Hight Street, NW1 7PJ
LibraryThe British Library in Euston is the UK’s national Library. Euston Road, NW1 2DB
Places of WorshipSt Paul’s Church, Camden Square, NW1 9NH London Central Mosque Trust, Park Road, NW8 7RG
HospitalRoyal Free Hospital, Pond Street, NW3 2QG University College Hospital, Euston Road, NW1 2BU
SupermarketsLondis 18-22 Crowndale Road NW1 1TT MorrisonsChalk Farm Road NW1 8AASainsbury’s10-12 Camden High Street NW1 0JH Tesco 385 Euston Road NW1 3AU
Banks Camden High
StreetBarclaysHalifaxHSBC
Lloyds TSBNatwest
Santander
Food and Drink Camden Town
Jazz CaféCastlehaven Road The Hawley ArmsChalk Farm Road
Barfly GilgameshPratt Street
Sen Nin Japanese Restaurant
For more local area info: www.visitlondon.comCamden Lock - NW1
Camden High Street - NW1
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Clapham (sw4/sw11)
Clapham in South London is an urban area within the London Borough of Wandsworth. At Clapham Junction you will find no shortage of shops, pubs and clubs. It is also a key transport hub with numerous bus routes passing through and of course Clapham Junction station - the busiest station in the UK. Just a ten minute bus ride from Clapham Junction you will get to Clapham High Street and Common - an area with a more artisan and residential vibe, with travel connections on the Northern Line.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £80 - £125Studio: £175 - £2301 bedroom: £260 - £3302 bedroom: £335 - £410 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington (From
Clapham Junction)
Train time: 19 minutesBus: 60 minutesBicycle: 27 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk GradPad
0203 489 5853 www.gradpadlondon.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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Clapham Junction MainlineNorthern
Line
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesClapham Common- a large park with all weather games area and variety of courts and pitches GymFitness FirstClapham Junction Station, SW11 1SA Soho Gyms95-97 Clapham High Street. SW4 7TBVirgin Active 4-20 North Street, SW4 0HG
Places of WorshipClapham Methodist Church, Nelson’s Row, SW4 7JR Battersea Mosque, Falcon Road, SW11 2PF
HospitalKing’s College Hospital, Denmark Hill, SE5 9RS
SupermarketsAsda 204 Lavender Hill SW11 1JG Iceland4 The Pavement SW4 0HY LidlFalcon Lane SW11 2PE Sainsbury’s 133 Clapham High Street SW4 7SL Whole Foods Market 305-311 Lavender Hill SW11 1LN
LibraryBattersea Library 265 Lavender Hill SW11 1JB
Food and DrinkNorthcote Road
All Bar One The Bolingbroke
The NorthcoteWandsworth Road
Artesian Wells Lost Society
Banks St John’s Hill
Barclays Halifax
St John’s RoadNationwide
NatWest Santander
Lavender HillHSBC
Clapham Junction - SW11
For more local area info: www.stuckinlondon.comClapham Common - SW11 19
Earl’s Court (sw5)
Earl’s Court is located in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea and is popular with Imperial students, being within walking distance to the College. The Earl’s Court Exhibition Centre is the area’s most popular attraction, regularly holding concerts, events and exhibitions. Both Hyde Park and Holland Park are within easy walking distance, with both parks boasting sports facilities including outdoor tennis courts. Earl’s Court has its own high street, however you will find many more shops on Kensington High Street, a few minutes walk away.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £110 - £190Studio: £210 - £3251 bedroom: £350 - £4902 bedroom: £450 - £600 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 1
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 4 minutesBus: 21 minutesBicycle: 7 minutesWalking: 21 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Piccadilly Line
District Line
tlctlcREAL Estate Agents & Property Consultants
www.tlclondon.com tel: 020 7370 4000
University Hall 020 7486 5445www.universityhall.co.uk
tlc 020 7370 4000www.tlclondon.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesHolland Park - The park is open from 07.30 until dusk Hyde Park - only a 20 minute walk away
GymSoho GymEarl’s Court Road, SW5 9AD
LibraryBrompton Library 210 Old Brompton Road, SW5 0BS
Places of WorshipSt Cuthberts, Philbeach Gardens, SW5 9EBWestminster Synagogue Rutland Gardens, SW7 1BX
HospitalChelsea and Westminster Hospital Fulham Road, SW10 9NH Charing Cross Hospital. Fulham Palace Road W6 8RF
SupermarketsFine Food218 Earl’s Court Road SW5 9QBMarks and Spencer266-268 Earl’s Court Road, SW5 9ASSainsbury’s158a Cromwell Road SW7 4EJ
Food and DrinkEarl’s Court Road
Gourmet Burger Kitchen The Prince of Teck
ZizziHogarth Road
The King’s HeadKenway Road Lotus Garden
Banks Earl’s Court Road
BarclaysLloyds TSB
Natwest
Exhibition Centre - SW5
For more local area info: www.allinlondon.co.uk
Holland Park - W8
Earl’s Court Tube Clock - SW5 21
Finsbury Park (n4)
Finsbury Park is in North London in the Borough of Haringey. The area gets its name from the large park nearby. The park boasts a mixture of open land, landscaped gardens and plenty of sports facilities. Seven Sisters Road and Stroud Green Road have a variety of shops and supermarkets. To the south of Finsbury Park is Highbury and Islington, a trendy and popular area with lots of unique pubs and bars with the Everyman Screen on the Green cinema in Islington being one of the oldest in the country. Just down the road from Finsbury Park you will find the Emirates Stadium, home to Arsenal Football Club.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £90 - £115Studio: £150 - £2101 bedroom: £215 - £2752 bedroom: £280 - £400 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 24 minutesBus: 74 minutesBicycle: 44 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Piccadilly Line
Victoria Line
Unite 0207 831 2447
www.unite-students.com
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesFinsbury Park - The park’s opening hours vary on the season
GymFitness First 430 Green Lanes, N4 1DTVirgin ActiveTottenham Lane, Crouch End N8 8PT
LibraryN4 Islington Library, Finsbury Park, N4 2DW
Places of WorshipSt Mellitus Catholic Church, Tollington Park, N4 3AGNorth London Central Mosque Trust, St Thomas’ Road, N4 2QH
HospitalThe Whittington Hospital, Magdala Avenue, N19 5NF
SupermarketsCostcutter316 Green Lane N4 1BXSeven Sisters Express270 Seven Sisters Road N4 2NYTesco105-119 Stroud Green Road, N4 3PX
Banks Seven Sisters
RoadHSBC
Lloyds TSBNatwest
Santander
Food and DrinkCrouch Hill Old Dairy
Green Lanes The Finsbury
Gokyuzu Turkish Stroud Green Road Pizzeria Pappagone
For more local area info: www.tntmagazine.com
Finsbury Park - N4
Finsbury Park Tube Mosaics - N4 23
Fulham (sw6)
Fulham is an area of southwest London in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. It lies on the north bank of the Thames between Putney and Chelsea. Two premiership football clubs, Fulham and Chelsea, are situated in the area. Fulham Broadway Centre is a hub of shops, restaurants and a cinema. On the Thames between Fulham’s Football Club and Putney Bridge you’ll find Fulham Palace Gardens and Bishop’s Park, the perfect vantage spot for watching the start of the annual Oxford/Cambridge Boat Race.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £130 - £210Studio: £180 - £2551 bedroom: £200 - £3302 bedroom: £360 - £470 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 11 minutesBus: 17 minutesBicycle: 10 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
District Line
GradPad0203 489 5853 www.gradpadlondon.com
Chard 020 7244 7711www.chard.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesBishop’s Park - located on the north bank of the Thames GymDavid LloydFulham Broadway Retail Centre SW6 1BWFit RoomsNorth End Road, SW6 1NJVirgin ActiveLillie Road, SW6 7ST
LibraryFulham Library 598 Fulham RoadSW6 5NX
Places of WorshipAll Saints Fulham, Pryors Bank, SW6 3LASt. Thomas of Canterbury R&C Church, SW6 7HW
HospitalCharing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road W6 8RF
SupermarketsBudgens57-69 Parsons Green Lane SW6 4JACostcutter417-419 Fulham Palace Road SW6 6SXSainsbury’sFulham Wharf, Townmead Road, SW6 2SYTesco Express335-337 Fulham Palace Road, SW6 6TDWaitrose402 North End Road SW6 1LX
Fulham Broadway - SW6
Banks Fulham Broadway
BarclaysNatWest
Fulham RoadHalifaxHSBC
Food and DrinkFulham Broadway
Fine Burger Company Fulham Road Fiesta Havana Imperial Wharf
Blue Elephant ThaiParson’s Green
The White Horse
For more local area info: www.stuckinlondon.comHurlingham Books - SW6 25
Hammersmith (w6)
Hammersmith is an urban centre in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham in west London. It has excellent transport links with a bus station, four tube lines and good road links to the M4 and Heathrow airport. Hammersmith is a dynamic area with plenty of shops, restaurants and nightlife. The Hammersmith Apollo, located next to the Broadway regularly hosts bands and comedians. It is very close to the Thames, so take a stroll along the bank and view Hammersmith’s iconic bridge. Ravenscourt Park is a ten minute walk up the King’s Road and has lots of outdoor sports facilities and green space.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £125 - £160Studio: £180 - £2401 bedroom: £250 - £3252 bedroom: £330 - £450 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 9 minutesBus: 31 minutesBicycle: 16 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Circle Line District LineH’smith and
City LinePiccadilly
Line
City Living London020 7351 6100 www.citylivinglondon.co.uk
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk
Chard 020 7244 7711www.chard.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesRavenscourt Park - with outdoor tennis and basketball courts as well as football pitches GymFitness First26-28 Hammersmith Grove W6 7HAVirgin Active181 Hammersmith Road, W6 8BT
LibraryHammersmith Library, 225 Shepherd’s Bush Road, W6 7AT
Places of WorshipSt. Peter’s Church, Black Lion Lane, W6 3LASt. Paul’s Church, Queen Caroline Street, SW6 7HW
HospitalCharing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road W6 8RF Hammersmith Hospital Ducane Road, W12 0HS
SupermarketsMarks and Spencer171 Talgarth Road, W6 8BJSainsbury’s2-3 King’s Mall, W6 0PZ Tesco ExpressHammersmith Broadway W6 9YD
Food and DrinkKing Street
Polanka Potli Indian
Rainville Road Crabtree
Shepherd’s Bush Road The Old Firestation
Upper Mall The Dove
Banks King Street
Barclays Halifax
Lloyds TSB Nationwide SantanderKing’s Mall
NatWest
For more local area info: www.timeout.comHammersmith Bridge - W6
Ravenscourt Park - W6
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Kilburn (nw6)
Kilburn is an up and coming area of Northwest London near Queen’s Park. Kilburn lies within three London Boroughs - Brent, Camden and Westminster, so double check which local authority your property lies within. It has great travel connections being close to the Jubilee and Bakerloo lines and the London Overground. The area has a well-established music scene whilst the Tricycle Theatre on Kilburn High Road is an independent Theatre and Cinema that celebrates the area’s diverse culture. Kilburn Grange Park and Queen’s Park are both close by.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £100 - £140Studio: £160 - £2351 bedroom: £270 - £3252 bedroom: £345 - £450 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 2
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 27 minutesBus: 60 minutesBicycle: 28 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Jubilee Line
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
City Living London020 7351 6100
www.citylivinglondon.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesKilburn Grange Park - open to duskQueen’s Park - open 07.00 to dusk GymMy Fitness Boutique148 West End Lane, Nw6 1SDThe Gym West Hamstead41 Fortune Green Road, NW6 1DR
LibraryKilburn Library 42 Salusbury RoadNW6 6NN
Places of WorshipVictory Christian Centre Kilburn High Road, NW6 4JRHamstead Synagogue, Dennington Park Road, NW6 1AX
HospitalSt. Mary’s Hospital Praed Street W2 1NY
SupermarketsIcelandHarrow Road, W9 3QA Sainsbury’s 88-92 Kilburn High Road NW6 4HS Tesco115 Maida Vale, W9 1UP
Food and DrinkKilburn High Road
Ariana II The Brondes Age
The Good Ship North London Tavern
Banks Kilburn High Road
Barclays HSBC
Lloyds TSB NatWest
Santander
For more local area info: www.londontown.com
Tricycle Theatre - NW6
Kilburn Park Tube - NW6
Kilburn High Road Mural - NW6
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Notting Hill (w11)
Notting Hill is located in West London in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is a popular area famously home to the Notting Hill Carnival held in August and Portobello Road Market on a Saturday. It is near the northwest corner of Kensington Gardens, whilst Holland Park is only a short walk away down Holland Park Avenue. The Electric Cinema and The Coronet are both iconic and independent cinemas and offer a wide selection of films.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £90 - £190Studio: £200 - £3401 bedroom: £290 - £4502 bedroom: £450 - £750 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 1
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 6 minutesBus: 15 minutesBicycle: 10 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
Central Line
Circle LineDistrict
Line
London Villa 0207 935 1142
www.londonvilla.co.uk
Mansion Student 0800 652 7844
www.mansionstudent.co.uk
Home House Estates 020 7493 1911www.homehouseestates.co.uk
University Hall 020 7486 5445
www.universityhall.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesHolland Park - The park is open from 07.30 until dusk.Kensington Gardens - Open until Dusk - Hyde Park open until midnight
GymVirgin ActiveLancaster Road, W11 1QT
Library1 Pembridge Square, Notting Hill W2 4EW
Places of WorshipNotting Hill Community Church, W11 2ESIslamic Universal Association, W11 4PG
HospitalSt. Mary’s Hospital, Praed Street W2 1NY
SupermarketsMarks and Spencer146 Notting Hill Gate W11 3QG Tesco Metro114-120 Notting Hill Gate, W11 3QE
Kensington Gardens - W2
Food and DrinkFarmer Street
Geales Fish and Chips Portobello Road Portobello Star
The Sun in Splendor Wellington Terrace
The Champion
Banks Notting Hill Gate
HSBC Lloyds TSB
NatWest RBS
Santander
For more local area info: www.timeout.com
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Paddington (w2)
Paddington is located in West London in the Borough of Westminster.Paddington Station is the main terminus for First Great Western trains, which provides travel links to the West Country, not to mention the location at which Paddington Bear was found. Travelling to Imperial is very quick and easy, the Circle Line train takes only 10 minutes. Alternatively you could just walk across Hyde Park. Edgware Road is packed full of shops, supermarkets and restaurants in particular Middle Eastern cuisine. Whilst on Praed Street you are surrounded by cafés and deli bars, catering to the hospital staff of St. Mary’s and the commuters at Paddington.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £130 - £170Studio: £250 - £3001 bedroom: £345 - £4002 bedroom: £490 - £700 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 10 minutesBus: 41 minutesBicycle: 11 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
zone 1
Bakerloo Line
Circle Line District LineH’smith and
City Line
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
City Living London020 7351 6100
www.citylivinglondon.co.uk
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Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesHyde Park - The park is open daily until midnightKensington Gardens - Open until dusk
GymNuffield HealthSheldon Square, W2 6EZLA FitnessMoscow Place, W2 4AP
LibraryPaddington Library, Porchester Square, W2 5DU
Places of WorshipSt. James C of E Church, Sussex Gardens, W2 3UDNew West End Synagogue, St Petersburgh Place, W2 4LB
HospitalSt. Mary’s Hospital, Praed Street W2 1NY
SupermarketsMarks and Spencer Paddington Green W2 1HA Sainsbury’s LocalPaddington Station W2 1HBw
Hyde Park- W2
Paddington at Paddington
Food and DrinkEdgware Road
Slemani Paddington Station
Yo! SushiPraed Street Garfunkel’s
Westbourne Park Road
The Cow
Banks Craven Street
HSBCEdgware Road
Lloyds TSB Santander
Spring Street Barclays NatWest
Tesco ExpressWest End Quay W2 1EE Waitrose168-176 Edgware Road, W2 2DX
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Shepherd’s Bush (w12)
Shepherd’s Bush is located in West London in the Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Shepherd’s Bush is home to Westfield, the largest indoor shopping complex in Europe, with hundreds of shops, restaurants, supermarkets and a cinema. Opposite Shepherd’s Bush tube is West 12, a smaller shopping arcade with a supermarket, shops, gym and cinema. Shepherd’s Bush Market runs weekdays and is full of stalls selling a variety of items from fresh fruit, vegetables and fish, to toiletries, clothes and fabrics. Nearby is Loftus Road, home to QPR football team. On Shepherd’s Bush Green is the O2 Empire, a venue that regularly holds live music events.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £105 - £140Studio: £155 - £2051 bedroom: £230 - £2802 bedroom: £260 - £370 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 15 minutesBus: 30 minutesBicycle: 15 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
zone 2
Central Line
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk
Chard 020 7244 7711www.chard.co.uk
GradPad0203 489 5853 www.gradpadlondon.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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LibraryH & F Library 6 Wood Lane Shepherd’s Bush W12 7BF
Places of WorshipGreek Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, Godolphin Road, W12 8JFCentral Sikh Gurdwara, W12 4SG
HospitalCharing Cross Hospital Fulham Palace Road W6 8RF Hammersmith Hospital Ducane Road, W12 0HS
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesRavenscourt Park - with outdoor tennis and basketball courts as well as football pitches. Holland Park - Open until dusk
GymFitness FirstWest 12 Shopping Centre, W12 8PPGym BoxWestfield Shopping Centre, W12 7GF
SupermarketsDamas Gate81-85 Uxbridge Road W12 8NR Marks and SpencerWestfield Centre W12 7GF MorrisonsWest 12 Shopping Centre, W12 8PH Sainsbury’s Local164 Uxbridge Road W12 8AATesco Metro31 Uxbridge Road W12 8LHWaitroseWestfield Centre W12 7GA
Westfield- W12
Food and DrinkGoldhawk Road
PatioUxbridge Road
Abu Zaad The Defector’s Weld
The Green Red Sea
Banks Shepherd’s Bush
Green HSBC
NatWest Santander
Uxbridge Road Nationwide
For more local area info: www.stuckinlondon.com
Shepherd’s Bush Empire- W12
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South Kensington (sw7)
South Kensington, home to the College’s main campus, is located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It’s a very popular tourist destination with plenty of free museums to visit, including the V&A, Natuaral History Museum and Science Museum, all located on Exhibition Road. At the top of Exhibition Road you will find Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, as well as the Royal Albert Hall that regularly host musical extravaganzas. South Kensington is extremely well connected by bus and tube.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £140 - £200Studio: £225 - £3951 bedroom: £390 - £6002 bedroom: £500 - £850 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
zone 1
Travel Times to South Kensington
See maps in section of Area Guide for more information on travel routes to South Kensington.
Circle Line District Line
Piccadilly Line
tlctlcREAL Estate Agents & Property Consultants
www.tlclondon.com tel: 020 7370 4000
Home House Estates 020 7493 1911www.homehouseestates.co.uk
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
tlc 020 7370 4000
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Residential Land 020 7408 5155
www.residentialland.com
Local Accommodation Providers
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LibraryKensington Library, Phillimore Walk W8 7RX
Places of WorshipImperial Chaplaincy, Beit Quad, SW7 2BB Russian Orthodox Church, Ennismore Gardens, SW7 1NH
HospitalChelsea and Westminster Hospital, Fulham Road, SW10 9NH
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesHyde Park - The park is open daily until midnightKensington Gardens - Open until dusk
GymEthos7 Prince’s Gardens, SW7 1NDGym BoxWestfield Shopping Centre, W12 7GF
SupermarketsSainsbury’s 158 Cromwell Road SW7 4EJ Tesco Express50 Old Brompton Road SW7 3DY Waitrose99-103 Old Brompton Road SW7 3RD 128 Gloucester Road SW7 4SF
Natural History Museum- SW7
Food and DrinkBute Street
Zetland ArmsFulham Road
BibendumOld Brompton Road
Bibendum Carluccio’s Janet’s Bar
Banks Brompton Road
HSBC Santander
Cromwell Place NatWest
Old Brompton Road Lloyds TSB
Queen’s Gate Barclays
Prince’s Gardens - SW7
Information for Imperial students living in London.
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West Kensington (w14)
West Kensington, despite its name, lies mainly in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. An area very popular with Imperial students being within walking distance to the College and only three stops along the District Line. West Kensington is a very residential area, mainly consisting of Victorian terraced houses. At the heart of West Kensington you will find Olympia Exhibition Centre, which host a wide variety of shows and exhibitions throughout the year.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £130 - £190Studio: £190 - £2551 bedroom: £290 - £3352 bedroom: £360 - £470 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 8 minutesBus: 34 minutesBicycle: 10 minutesWalking: 21 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
zone 2
District Line
University Hall 020 7486 5445www.universityhall.co.uk
LDB 020 7610 1662www.l-d-b.co.uk
Chard 020 7244 7711www.chard.co.uk
City Living London020 7351 6100 www.citylivinglondon.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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LibraryHammersmith Library, 225 Shepherd’s Bush Road, W6 7AT
Places of WorshipImperial Chaplaincy, Beit Quad, SW7 2BB St Mary’s C of E Church 2 Edith Road, W14 9BA
HospitalChelsea and Westminster Hospital, Fulham Road, SW10 9NH
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesHolland Park - The park is open from 07.30 until dusk.Kensington Gardens - Open until Dusk - Hyde Park open until midnight
GymEnergize FitnessGliddon Road, W14 9BLSoho Gym254 Earl’s Court Road, SW5 9AD
SupermarketsCo-Operative88-90 North End Road W14 9EX Costcutter94 North End Road W14 9EXKensington SuperstoreWest Cromwell Road W14 8PB Sainsbury’s3 North End Cresent W14 8TG Tesco Express112 North End Road W14 9PP
Food and DrinkComeragh Road The Curtain’s Up
Hammersmith Road Alborz Iranian Miran Masala
North End Road Famous 3 Kings
Veggie Vegan
Banks Kensington High
StreetBarclays Halifax HSBC
Lloyds TSB Nationwide
RBS Santander
Kensington Olympia- W14
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Whitechapel (e1)
Whitechapel in Tower Hamlets, East London, has much to offer. In an area of London renown for its arts and culture you will find many quirky places and hiddens gems. Brick Lane is famous for its curry houses and is also a hotspot for its fashion exhibitions and street art, including pieces by Banksy and Dutch artist ROA. Whitechapel High Street has plenty of recognisable shops, however Shoreditch with its boutiques, galleries, bars and restaurants is close by. Although there are a few garden squares within the area, Victoria Park in the north of the borough is a large public park offering sports and recreations and holds many concerts during the summer.
Average cost per week
Bedsit: £90 - £120Studio: £225 - £3201 bedroom: £260 - £3502 bedroom: £330 - £450 Information from: www.london.gov.uk/rents
Travel Times to South Kensington
Train time: 25 minutesBus: 84 minutesBicycle: 41 minutesInformation from: www.tfl.gov.uk
zone 2
District Line
H’smith and City
Mansion Student 0800 652 7844www.mansionstudent.co.uk
Unite 0207 831 2447www.unite-students.com
Foxtons Student Services020 7893 6329www.foxtons.co.uk
Local Accommodation Providers
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LibraryWhitechapel Library, 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, E1 7QX
Places of WorshipSt Anne’s Catholic Church, Underwood Road, E1 5AW East London Mosque Trust, Whitechapel Road, E1 1JQ
Local FacilitiesSportOpen SpacesMile End Park - with fitness stadium. North end of park leads into Victoria Park.
GymFitness First15 Thomas More Street, E1W 1YWWhitechapel Sports Centre55 Durward Street, E1 5BA
SupermarketsBudgens Express287-289 Whitechapel Road E1 1BYCo-Operative 193-197 Mile End Road E1 4AASainsbury’s1 Cambridge Heath Road E1 5SDTesco Express45 Whitechapel Road E1 1DU
HospitalThe Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, E1 1BB
Food and DrinkCommercial Street
Boho MexicaOld Street
Busaba EathaiShoreditch High Street
The Light BarWhitechapel High
Street Whitechapel Gallery
Banks Bethnal Green Road
BarclaysCommercial Row
Lloyds TSB Watney Street
SantanderWhitechapel High
Street NatWest
www.visiteastlondon.com
Whitechapel Market - E1
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This section has been designed to provide you with the information you will need whilst you are out and about searching for your accommodation.
Within these pages you will find the following:
Dos and Don’ts
Property Checklist
The Contract
Council Contacts
Where to Look
Accommodation Providers
Pages for your Notes
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What to do and what not to do on your search
What to check and ask when viewing properties
What you can expect to be in your contract
Contact details for Local Authorities
The places you can find rooms and properties
An index of local Estate Agents and Hall Providers
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DOs and DON’Ts
x Hand over any money unless you’re certain you want a particular property.
x View properties alone unless absolutely unavoidable and never ever without telling someone else where you are going and when.
x Authorise builders, plumbers etc. to carry out work to the property without written consent, as your landlord will probably refuse to reimburse you.
x Cause any damage and try to pretend you’re not liable. x Imagine no one will know you live there and hope you won’t have
to pay your way. Most landlords and agents notify every service provider anyway.
x Give keys or copies of keys to anyone else. x Invite your boy/girlfriend to live with you without your landlord’s
consent. The property was only let to the signatories of the contract and you cannot invite others to share the place or to help pay the rent.
x Change the people living on joint tenancies without notifying the Agent/Landlord. You may end up with no contract at all or it could cost you additional rent.
Don’t
Here are some handy tips to follow during the house hunting stage and for once you are a tenant.
If using an Estate Agent, they cannot charge you a fee for simply looking at a property.
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DOs and DON’Ts
D Check carefully where you want to live, and for how long, before you sign contracts.
D Do all your sums carefully and be sure you can afford the total cost before you sign up.
D Check at least basic safety in your own accommodation. D Remember, you take the property “as seen” don’t ask for a string of improvements unless they are safety related.
D Make sure you have the money available for the deposit, advance rent and all other advance charges before you agree to take a property.
D Register for Council Tax, Water, Electricity, Gas etc., check meters when you move in and when you move out and keep records.
D Get a Council Tax Exemption Letter from the Student Enquiry and Accommodation Centre and forward it to the Local Authority. Don’t just not pay it, you’ll end up with a summons that way. It is your responsibility to apply for Council Tax exemption.
D Check that your own possessions are insured, your landlord’s policy won’t cover them.
D Check the inventory thoroughly, noting any discrepancies. D Take photographs when you move in and when you move out (this is your proof of the condition of the property).
D Report anything that breaks down immediately, and in writing if necessary (your landlord cannot be held responsible until he is told).
D Be reliable with your rent, and keep a record of all payments. D Replace anything that you have damaged or broken. D Look after your landlord’s property; remember you are only renting its use.
D Make sure your guests behave.
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Property Checklist
Visit the Private Accommodation pages on the website for a full checklist
Use this list to compare properties in your search
for accommodation
Checklist Property 1 Property 2 Property 3
Address
Agent/Landlord
Tel number
Rent £ £ £
How much is securitydeposit?
£ £ £
How much is holdingdeposit?
£ £ £
Is the holding deposit refundable?
Agent/landlord’s fees £ £ £
Length of tenancy
Is there a break clause?
Do we need a guarantor?
If not, how much rent in advance do we need to pay?
£ £ £
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Property ChecklistAdditional things to check and ask when viewing
accommodation:
ReferencesWhat references are required?
Is there a Lounge?Could this be converted into a bedroom for another person?Will the landlord allow an additional person to live in the accommodation?Will this create an additional cost?
Is there a Kitchen? Is the kitchen big enough to eat in?Can the kitchen be used as a social space?
Security DepositWho will hold the security deposit?Where will it be protected?How will we get it back at the end of the tenancy?
RepairsAre any repairs required?If yes, when will these be completed? (Get this in writing before the tenancy starts.)
Remember:
Once you have agreed to take any accommodation and have paid the Holding Deposit you will be bound by the terms and conditions contained within the Contract. If you change your mind the landlord/agent will have the right to keep any money that you have paid. If the landlord/agent backs out then his only obligation is to return your money to you.
Do not hand over any money until you are completely sure that you are happy with the accommodation and the people who you are going to live with.
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The Contract The Student Enquiry and Accommodation Centre is on hand
to help with all contract queries
Most landlords or letting agents will ask you to sign a tenancy agreement or contract. This is a useful document to ensure that both parties are clear as to the others’ responsibilities. If asked to sign an agreement it is likely to be an ‘Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement’. Most tenancies offered to students are for a fixed term of 9 to 12 months without a break clause. It is important to try and negotiate the length of contract you require at the outset as once you have signed a contract you cannot change your mind afterwards. Once you have signed a tenancy it is not usually possible to leave early.
WHAT SHOULD BE IN YOUR TENANCY AGREEMENT
• Landlord’s name and address with telephone number • Property address (of the house you are renting)
• How much the rent is • Who the rent is paid to (bank, building society, landlord) • When the rent is to be paid (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
• Name of every tenant (not just the spokesperson) • Details of services offered by the landlord (e.g. cleaning, gardening
and maintenance etc.) • Who is responsible for the bills (are they included/excluded from
rent?) • Terms and conditions • Rules and regulations
• Contact details in the case of a maintenance emergency • Length of notice (is there a notice period?)
• Landlord’s right of access
Get a tenancy agreement checked first by the Student Enquiry and Accommodation Centre, your parents or a solicitor. If the landlord/agent won’t let you take the contract away to get it checked first, think twice about signing it. Spend a little extra time in getting your contract checked out, it will save you time, money and a lot less stress and hassle later in the year.
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The Contract
Do not pay any money to the landlord until the whole group is happy with the contract. Some landlords or letting agents ask for a holding deposit while you look over the contract. Check this is refundable if you decide not to take the property. Make sure you get a receipt for any monies paid to the landlord. Never sign a contract and pay a deposit without seeing the property first.
Tenancies will be either ‘joint’ or ‘individual’. If you sign a joint tenancy, i.e. all the names on one contract, you are jointly and individually liable for the payment of rent and the condition of the property. For example, if your housemate doesn’t pay their rent, the landlord could demand it from the other tenants. Additionally, individual tenants all have joint responsibility for any damage to communal areas. Read the small print of a tenancy agreement. It is unlikely that there will be a ‘get out’ clause in your tenancy agreement, so you need to be 100% sure it is the place you want to live in, and the group you have chosen are the people you want to live with.
A landlord or agent may consider releasing you if you find a replacement tenant. If a new tenancy is not drawn up and the replacement tenant does not pay the rent or defaults on the agreement, the original tenant will still be liable. In the past some considerate landlords and agents have released tenants if they have withdrawn from their course or have left university for health or financial reasons. If a landlord/agent won’t agree to release you, however, you will be responsible for the payment of rent for the rest of the tenancy period.
As you are over 18 and an adult you are required by law to act in a responsible manner and abide by your tenancy agreement. For example, if you agree not to use tack on the walls, you should abide by this. If you are signing a group contract the landlord will charge a total rent, it is up to you as a group to decide the proportionate share of the total rent for each room. The Student Enquiry and Accommodation Centre will be happy to check your contract before you sign.
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Brent
Council Tax020 8937 [email protected]
www.brent.gov.uk
Camden
Council Tax020 7974 [email protected]
www.camden.gov.uk
Ealing
Council Tax020 8825 [email protected]
www.ealing.gov.uk
Hammersmith and Fulham
Council Tax020 8753 6681
www.lbhf.gov.uk
Haringey
Council Tax020 8489 [email protected]
www.haringey.gov.uk
Kensington and Chelsea
Council Tax020 7361 [email protected]
www.rbkc.gov.uk
Lambeth
Council Tax0345 302 [email protected]
www.lambeth.gov.uk
Tower Hamlets
Council Tax020 7364 [email protected].
gov.uk
Wandsworth
Council Tax020 8871 8081 [email protected]
www.wandsworth.gov.uk
Westminster
Council Tax0845 302 3400
www.westminster.gov.uk
Here are the contact details for the Local Authorities council tax departments for the areas featured within the guide.
It is advisable that you visit their main website for information on the other services they provide.
Councils
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Where to Look
There are many places that advertise properties and rooms to rent, but unfortunately not all of them will be genuine adverts or trustworthy companies. Your safety and security is most important, if something doesn’t feel right, trust your instinct.
Listed below are some resources you can use in your property search. Imperial does not endorse or recommend any companies or sites, however should you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to come to the Student Enquiry and Accommodation Centre.
Imperial Home Solutions
Estate Agents
General Websites and Forums
Student Noticeboards
Search properties available with private landlords and search for rooms and flatshares listed by Imperial students www.imperialhomesolutions.co.uk
Advertise properties through their own agencies, or they will place adverts on property listing websites such as:www.findaproperty.comwww.rightmove.co.ukwww.zoopla.co.uk
Private landlords and other students will often advertise rooms and properties on websites and forums such as:www.gumtree.comwww.spareroom.co.ukwww.studentrooms.co.uk
Check with your halls, departments and student union as students can often advertise rooms within these facilities.
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Accommodation Provider Index
Chard Estate Agents provides decades of collective residential lettings expertise to ensure Imperial students have a hassle free experience when letting in London, from studio flats to substantial houses covering Kensington and Chelsea and Hammersmith and Fulham boroughs. Call our dedicated Student Accommodation Office to start your property search!
At City Living London we pride ourselves on managing furnished flats in central London. Many of our properties are situated close to Imperial College, only a few minutes’ walk from an underground station, shopping facilities, restaurants and bars.
Areas served: South Kensington, Earl’s Court, Chelsea, Pimlico, Brook Green, Shepherd’s Bush, Fulham, Parsons Green, Notting Hill, Bayswater, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Victoria, West Kensington, Barons Court, Hammersmith, Holland Park.
Call: 020 7244 7711 Website: www.chard.co.uk
Call: 020 7351 6100 Email: [email protected]
Areas served: South Kensington, Earl’s Court, Paddington, West Kensington, Bayswater, Chelsea, Hammersmith, High Street Kensington, Imperial Wharf, Kensington Olympia, Ladbroke Grove, Maida Vale, Marylebone, Notting Hill, Pimlico, Richmond, Victoria.
Farley’s has been one of the leading agents in the Royal Borough or Kensington and Chelsea for over 100 years.
We are a professional, progressive, proactive company that currently offer a good selection of properties for students around the Imperial College.
Call: 020 7589 1244 Website: www.farleysres.com
Areas served: Belgravia, Chelsea, Earl’s Court, Fulham, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Pimlico, South Kensington
Call: 0207 893 6329 Email: [email protected] Website: www.foxtons.co.uk
The following is a list of agents and hall providers that you may
find helpful
Areas served: EVERYWHERE IN LONDON!!!
Contact Foxtons Student Services Department and speak with one of our dedicated team to start your free property finding service.We have a long running relationship with Imperial
College and are London’s largest and most established lettings agent with over 30 years of experience and 43 offices.We understand the difficulties of finding student accommodation within London and will happily provide expert industry advice and guidance.
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LDB have been housing Imperial students successfully now for 10 years. We pride ourselves in going the extra mile to give students the extra helping hand they need.
Home House Estates understands the pressure of moving to London to study. We can make the process of finding a home a lot easier, due to our relaxed and professional approach, ensuring your full concentration is on your studies and the year
ahead. No administration charges for Imperial College London students!
London Villa is a leading provider of accommodation for young professionals, corporate clients and business students in London. We provide a high quality living experience and have many services designed to make your life easier. London is a thriving community, a secure home, a convenient destination - more than a bed!
Areas served: Belgravia, Chelsea, Earl’s Court, Fulham, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Pimlico, South Kensington
Call: 0203 489 5853 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gradpadlondon.com
Call: 020 7493 1911 Website: www.homehouseestates.co.uk
Call: 020 7610 1662 Email: [email protected] Website:www.l-d-b.co.uk
Areas served: Mayfair, Marylebone, South Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Victoria, St John’s Wood
Areas served: Hammersmith, Chiswick, Notting Hill, Shepherd’s Bush, Ealing, Acton, Barnes, Putney, Clapham, Earl’s Court, Lambeth, Battersea, South Kensington
Call: 0207 935 1142 Email: [email protected] Website: www.londonvilla.co.uk
Areas served: Notting Hill, Westminster, Marble Arch, St John’s Wood
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GradPad is London’s only specialist postgraduate accommodation provider. GradPad provides you with outstanding accommodation, first class facilities enabling you to study, relax and lead
an enhanced social life whilst living in one of our 3 fantastic London locations, all within easy reach of Imperial College London and all other London institutions.
Areas served: Clapham Junction, Imperial Wharf, White City.
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tlctlcREAL Estate Agents & Property Consultants
www.tlclondon.com tel: 020 7370 4000
Mansion Student provides newly refurbished luxury studios in London, and a safe and secure living
environment whilst also establishing a dynamic community experience for all who live there. With 8 locations across London, there is likely something close to your College.
As a former student of the University of London I know how difficult it is to find convenient and affordable accommodation.tlc let properties to Imperial students which are not only close to your campus but also much better value than other agents. Call us anytime!
Toby Brown Director tlc
Call: 0203 326 1600 Email: [email protected] Website: www.purestudentliving.com
Areas served: Bayswater, Belgravia, Chelsea, Chiswick, Hampstead, Hyde Park, Marylebone, Mayfair, South Kensington, St John’s Wood, Westminster, Notting Hill.
Call: 0800 652 7844 Email: [email protected] Website www.mansionstudent.co.uk
Areas served: Camden, Chelsea, Vauxhall, Bloomsbury, Bethnal Green, Bermondsey, Notting Hill
Areas served: Finsbury Park, Hammersmith, Bankside
Pure Student Living offers stylish, central London accommodation for students featuring all-inclusive affordable rent, complete security, excellent customer service and fantastic transport links. Pure Student Living has three fantastic locations for you to choose from: Pure Highbury in Finsbury Park (N7), Pure Hammersmith (W6) and Pure Bankside (SE1). Contact us today to reserve your room!
Call: 020 7408 5155 Email: [email protected] Website: www.residentialland.com
Call: 020 7370 4000 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tlclondon.com
Areas served: Earl’s Court, South Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea
Accommodation Provider Index
The following is a list of agents and hall providers that you may
find helpful
Residential Land has a portfolio of over 1,200 flats and houses in the best postcodes across the Capital. All of our properties are managed in-house so tenants deal directly with the landlord. All of the properties are clean
and modern each with a dedicated building manager and 24 hour maintenance support.
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Providing fully furnished accommodation with loads of free facilities (wifi, sky tv), University Hall has properties across Central and West London making them ideally placed for student life. Offering a huge range in price,
size, shape and area we can cater to your specific needs giving you somewhere perfect to stay during your studies.
UNITE are the leading provider of student accommodation in the UK, home to over 7,500 students across London. With a choice of great locations and a range of room types they’ll have something to suit you, whether you’re looking for a room, studio flat, or a flat with your friends.
Victoria Hall offers top quality student accommodation across the UK, Ireland, Spain and Germany. We currently run 3 student halls in London located within short distance to Imperial College London campuses and offer safe and 24hr secure student flats,
with en-suite bedrooms and studios. We believe in stylish, comfortable and, above all, affordable student living. Stay at Victoria Hall - the UK Student Accommodation Private Hall Provider of the Year 2011 and 2012!
Call: 020 7486 5445 Email: [email protected]: www.universityhall.co.uk
Areas served: Earl’s Court, Kensington, West Kensington, Bayswater, Notting Hill, Bloomsbury, Euston, Fulham, Pimlico, Hampstead.
Call: 0207 831 2447 Email: [email protected] Website www.unite-students.com
Areas served: Whitechapel, Kentish Town, King’s Cross, Bethnal Green, Old Street, Camden, Barbican, Tottenham, New Cross, Southwark, Elephant and Castle, Farringdon, Finsbury Park,.
Call: 0845 404 4600 / 0845 404 4300 Website: www.victoriahall.com
If you want to take the hassle out of shopping for your bedding, crockery and cutlery and essential electrical items then you’ve come to the right place! At www.gailarde.com/imperial we offer a wide range of products especially geared towards the student market. Simply order your pack through us and we will deliver everything to your door in a matter of days.
Call: 020 8905 28776 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gailarde.com/imperial
Areas served: Everywhere!
Areas served: Wembley, Paris Gardens - Southwark, Dashwood Studios - Southwark
Service ProviderGailarde
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International Student Services Ltd
One month Rent + One month rent as Deposit Properties to let in SW5, SW6, SW7, SW11, TW7, TW10 Accommodation type: Bedsits, Studios and 3-4 bedroom flats. Properties with Electricity and Gas certificates. Rental opportunity for professionals and students
Contact us on 0207 581 4992 or 0778 643 1887 [email protected]
24 Queensberry Place, London SW7 2DR
International Student Services, is a private company run by a landlord and his team since 1986. We offer housing accommodation across London mainly in South West of the City. Our properties are located minutes from Colleges and Universities. We understand the needs of our tenants therefore we sign contracts to secure their tenancies and protect your deposit through out the Tenancy Agreement. All our properties have security keys and they are fully furnished.
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