Green Street News: US interest in UK PBSA surges
New coverage highlights a sharp rise in US students viewing UK PBSA, pointing to a fast-shifting international demand picture.
Key takeaways
- StuRents data shows a ~50% year-on-year jump in PBSA listing views from the US across the September–July letting cycle.
- US students are viewing at an average price point of ~£214 pppw, around £25–£30 higher than the average price viewed by UK students, indicating stronger spending power.
- The trend aligns with recent UCAS evidence of rising US applications and comes amid broader geopolitical changes influencing international study choices.
- Sector context: leasing velocity across PBSA has slowed this cycle; diversified international demand can help mitigate city-by-city softness.
“Diversification of global demand is critical. The US student population is a significant group that can support our universities, town centres and property sector,” said Richard Ward, our Head of Research.
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Social Media Executive at StuRents
Will Davis is the Social Media Executive for StuRents and Concurrent.
