What flat are you going to be in? Me and my boyfriend are moving there as well, we're both second years and it does tend to be a place for second and third years. It is a lot quieter than courts but you can always find several people around to go out with. Plus, they are not likely to put you in a flat that doesnt have other freshers in it.
Its a lot nicer than courts in that you have an actual living area bit and sofas, and it tends to feel a lot cleaner. Courts is a bit rough really.