Horror stories aside.
I find it ridiculous that the university on its website and during open days tries to pressure undergrads into living on campus through creating the illusion that, otherwise, you will have lots of trouble making friends, have problems with the upkeep of the house etc. . If you are a reasonably sociable and outgoing person no one will stop you from making friends. Also, there are plenty of good quality accommodations close to campus for as low as 65 ppw, for a 10 month let. Since you share the bills you shouldn’t pay more than 40 pm that’s 300pm total. Do the math and you’ll see what a great business the on campus housing is for the university…