Property Week: Advantages to be found in HMOs

New data highlights the continued importance of HMOs within the student accommodation market, as students seek out more affordable options in response to rising PBSA rents.

Richard Ward, Head of Research at StuRents, says demand for HMOs remains strong, particularly as average PBSA rents climb beyond what many students can afford.

“Our analysis shows most UK students are searching for accommodation well below £200 per person per week – a price point rarely met by new PBSA,” explains Ward.

He adds that there's a growing disconnect between what students can afford and what’s being built.

As affordability becomes a key concern, HMOs are proving resilient – offering better value and often a more communal living experience. While supply may remain fragmented, demand signals suggest HMOs will remain a core part of the student housing mix.

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