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Student accommodation in Oxford
There's a reason Oxford has been chosen as the backdrop for everything from Harry Potter to Inspector Morse — it's a city that looks like nowhere else. Golden stone colleges, centuries-old libraries and cobbled lanes sit at the centre of everyday student life here, not as tourist scenery but as the actual walk to your morning lecture.
Two universities call Oxford home: the University of Oxford, with its 39 individual colleges scattered across the city, and Oxford Brookes, spread across its Headington and Harcourt Hill campuses. Term time brings a genuinely lively energy to match the history — think late nights on Cowley Road, lazy afternoons punting down the Cherwell, and a market scene, from the historic Covered Market to Westgate's newer shops, that rivals any UK city. Add an hour's train ride to London, and Oxford becomes a city that's easy to fall in love with and hard to leave.
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Carfax Quarter
Located in Oxford’s exciting city centre with a huge number of places to visit on your doorstep, Carfax Quarter offers modern and convenient student accommodation perfect for all students.
🏆Shared Living Done Right
If you’re looking to mingle with like-minded students, our 5 – 7 bed en-suite cluster rooms at Carfax Quarter are great for making new friends and creating a community feel. The shared en-suite cluster kitchens benefit from having ample cooking and storage space, a large dining room and comfy seating in the lounge area, perfect for that home from home feel.
🏠 Everything You Need In One Place
In your spare time Carfax Quarter has a number of on-site communal spaces to make life easier, including a cinema room, games room for socialising and dedicated study spaces. With on-site laundry facilities, all-inclusive utility bills, 24/7 CCTV to keep you safe and bike storage, life at Carfax Quarter is comfortably and convenient.
📍 The Perfect Location
Situated in central Oxford opposite the historic Carfax Tower on Queen Street, you are right in the centre of the action. Both Oxford University and Oxford Brookes University are a simple walk, cycle or bus ride away, and you have everything you need as a student within walking distance:
- Gloucester Green Bus Station - 7-minute walk
- West Gate Shopping Centre - 1-minute walk (down the road)
- Oxford Train Station - 10-minute walk
- Christ Church Meadows - 8-minute walk
Restaurants, bars, cafes, gyms and shops are all just around the corner. It’s the perfect place to live the ultimate student experience!
Closest university: University of Oxford
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Lukas
Great place to live as a student in Oxford. Central location, modern rooms, good study and leisure facilities, and responsive staff who sort issues out quickly. Easy walk to town and the station. Would recommend.
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Jason
This accommodation has the greatest position in oxford! Right in the center of the city, accessible to shops and restaurants in 3min of walk! The facilities are well maintained and the management team is helpful!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do in Oxford for students?
Punt along the Cherwell on a sunny afternoon, wander the free collections at the Ashmolean Museum, or spend a Saturday browsing the Covered Market and Westgate Shopping Centre. When the sun goes down, Cowley Road is where Oxford's student nightlife really lives.
Is Oxford a good place for students to live?
Yes — Oxford combines a world-famous academic reputation with a lively, youthful social scene, home to both the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes University. It's compact, walkable, and just an hour from London by train.
What universities are near Oxford?
Oxford is home to the University of Oxford, made up of 39 individual colleges, and Oxford Brookes University, which runs across its Headington and Harcourt Hill campuses.
How do students get around Oxford?
Oxford is one of the UK's most bike-friendly cities, with dedicated cycle lanes throughout. The centre itself is easily walkable, and regular buses connect Oxford Brookes' campuses with the city, while the train station offers direct services to London Paddington in around an hour.
Is Oxford a safe place for students?
Oxford is generally considered a safe city for students, with busy, well-lit streets across the city centre and a strong student presence throughout the year. As with any city, it's worth taking the usual precautions on nights out.
What's nearby Oxford for a day out?
The Cotswolds are within easy reach for scenic villages and countryside walks, while Blenheim Palace offers a grand day trip without leaving Oxfordshire. London is also just an hour away for anyone wanting a bigger city fix.