University of Liverpool: Accommodation Guide and FAQs

A guide to halls at the University of Liverpool

I have seen so many people asking about what each hall is like, that I thought I’d make this guide, and FAQs thread. It gives a brief overview of the pros and cons of each hall, and also has some frequently asked questions at the bottom. If there's anything I've missed out, just ask.

Crown Place

Pros

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Closest to the science end of campus, and the Harold Cohen (science) Library

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Closest to the Guild (Student Union) and University Square (centre of campus)

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Has a Tesco Express, a Caffe Nero, Blackwells, Subway, Ryman, and Costa Coffee right nearby

Cons

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Ridiculously oversubscribed (7 applications per room last year)

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Can get really warm in there in the summer

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Not as recently refurbished as some of the other halls

Vine Court

Pros

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Closest to the Sydney Jones Library (for humanities students)

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Closest to lots of facilities, such as Tesco Express, a pharmacy etc

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If you go catered, you get all of your food included

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Has some of the largest flat sizes (easier to meet people)

Cons

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More expensive than some of the other halls

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If you go catered, it can be expensive (but you get 14 meals per week included, so factor this in)

Melville Grove

Pros

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Cheapest accommodation by a fair amount

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Your bathrooms get cleaned for you

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Naturally social as you share facilities

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Get a basin in your room as well

Cons

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Have to share a bathroom

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Might get a single bed, which is cheaper, but everywhere else has three quarter or double beds

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Have to walk to Vine Court to pick up your post and packages

Greenbank

Pros

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Lots of green space and parkland around the halls

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Newest halls – built only three years ago

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Could get to live in the converted stately home bit of the site

Cons

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Need to take a bus to campus

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Need to factor in cost of bus pass on top of rent (available at a discounted rate)

Philharmonic Court

Pros

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Great location, closest to town and plenty of shops, with a Co-Op a few metres away

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One of the more newly refurbished halls

Cons

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Smaller flat sizes than some of the other halls

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More expensive than some of the other halls

FAQs

Which accommodation is best for my course?

None. You can walk from one end of campus to the other in 10 minutes.

Can I pick a certain accommodation due to a disability?

Yes, but you will have to provide medical evidence from your GP, e.g. you need an en-suite because of IBS. An email will not suffice.

Which accommodation is the most social?

There is no ‘most social’ accommodation. It all depends on who you are put with. The university will give you a questionnaire when you apply about your habits, e.g. do you wake up early, stay up late at night etc. Fill this in honestly.

Carnatic used to have a reputation as a social hall, but this has been knocked down. Melville is the most ‘naturally’ social, because facilities are shared, so you can’t just stay in your room. Vine Court (catered) has the largest number of students per flat (usually around 14), so is great if you are looking to meet lots of people.

Which accommodation is the quietest?

Choose a studio. They’re available in most of the halls, except for Melville Grove.

When will I find out which accommodation I’ve been allocated to?

After results day. It’s usually sometime the following week, but it had to be delayed by a few days last year because of COVID, and changing quarantine guidelines.

Can I live with people on my course?

The university makes sure that there is a wide mix of courses in each flat, and I have never known of more than 2 people on one course to be in a flat together.

Can I live in single-sex accommodation?

If you need to live in single-sex accommodation for any reason, tick the box on the form when you apply. I’ve never seen a request turned down. If you put ‘don’t mind’, there is a chance that you will be placed in single-sex accommodation, too.

I haven’t included Tudor Close or Dover Court because they are primarily for exchange students or returning students, but I can write about them if anyone needs them.

(edited 4 years ago)

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Sandtrooper

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by bumblebear

Hi! What's it like living in Melville Grove? It looks nice and convenient but are there any issues to be aware of? Is there enough lounge space in the flats and is it easy to access the vine court reception and social spaces? Is there a laundrette in Melville Grove?

Definitely enough lounge space. The only thing to be 'aware' of is that you will be sharing bathrooms. There is a launderette on site, and Vine Court is a two minute walk away - literally across the road, and you pick up your post there.

See the handbook here: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/accommodation/current-students/melville-grove-welcome-handbook/

Out of all of my friends, some of the happiest were at Melville in their first year.

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bumblebear

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by Sandtrooper

Definitely enough lounge space. The only thing to be 'aware' of is that you will be sharing bathrooms. There is a launderette on site, and Vine Court is a two minute walk away - literally across the road, and you pick up your post there.

See the handbook here: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/accommodation/current-students/melville-grove-welcome-handbook/

Out of all of my friends, some of the happiest were at Melville in their first year.

Thank you that's really helpful! Is there a launderette in the building or is there only one in vine court?

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by bumblebear

Thank you that's really helpful! Is there a launderette in the building or is there only one in vine court?

Hi there!

There's a laundrette located near the reception building of Melville Grove so you won't have to be carrying your clothes very far!

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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harriet03little

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Hi,What colour are the feature walls in crown?

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Sandtrooper

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by harriet03little

Hi,What colour are the feature walls in crown?

They have a large range of colours: https://www.browzer.co.uk/liv/rooms-in-our-halls_104124. You won't know what colour your wall will be until you are allocated a room.

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chlxe88

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@University of Liverpool Student Rep hi ! i'm a second year transfer student, applied to dover court but just got an email saying it's all sold out so they're offering me a single self catered room in vine court instead. could you let me know if vine court is good? (i'm doing politics), mainly 1) i've heard the flats are quite big, is this the same if you're self catered and sharing a kitchen? 2) if you're self catered, can you use the restaurant/catering on a pay as you go basis? thanks !

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by chlxe88

@University of Liverpool Student Rep hi ! i'm a second year transfer student, applied to dover court but just got an email saying it's all sold out so they're offering me a single self catered room in vine court instead. could you let me know if vine court is good? (i'm doing politics), mainly 1) i've heard the flats are quite big, is this the same if you're self catered and sharing a kitchen? 2) if you're self catered, can you use the restaurant/catering on a pay as you go basis? thanks !

Hi there,

Vine Court is a great place to be, its very close to the where School of Politics are based, and the flats are the same size, and quality as Dover Court so its a great replacement for that. You'll be sharing a kitchen between 4 - 7 people, however, you are welcome to get the restaurant downstairs on a pay as you go basis!

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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doodleboodle

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Hi everyone, I had Liverpool as my insurance option. I didn't get my first choice so accepted my Liverpool place today. However, I hadn't realised I could apply for accommodation early, so only put in my application this morning. Does anyone know if I'm likely to get anything? I'm really worried because I can't afford any of the more expensive options so chose the cheapest ones.

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121972

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@University of Liverpool Student Rep Hey !
Generally, for how many weeks do medical students ,book the accommodation ?
TIA

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Sandtrooper

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by doodleboodle

Hi everyone, I had Liverpool as my insurance option. I didn't get my first choice so accepted my Liverpool place today. However, I hadn't realised I could apply for accommodation early, so only put in my application this morning. Does anyone know if I'm likely to get anything? I'm really worried because I can't afford any of the more expensive options so chose the cheapest ones.

To be honest, it's unlikely, but they will almost certainly offer you something, potentially a partner accommodation. What rooms did you apply for?

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ChrisC2401

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I just got accepted into Greenbank Student Village, do they have an 11PM curfew just like the other accommodations on campus? :smile:

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ughexams123

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Are the single bed and 3/4 bed rooms in the same flats or not? How many rooms are single bed roughly?

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fungcsec

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by ChrisC2401

I just got accepted into Greenbank Student Village, do they have an 11PM curfew just like the other accommodations on campus? :smile:

Is the accommodation offer released? Where can I check the results?

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ChrisC2401

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by fungcsec

Is the accommodation offer released? Where can I check the results?

Offers started releasing on the 22nd. If you haven't gotten yours yet you will soon. They will send you an email and it will also be visible on your Liverpool Life

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by fungcsec

Is the accommodation offer released? Where can I check the results?

Hi there,

You should be able to check your accommodation offer on Liverpool Life, however, if you still have not heard anything then get in touch with the accommodation team on 0151 795 0319 and they should be able to help you out :smile:

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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fungcsec

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Is the student halls open throughout the year? Will they be closed during the long holiday break?

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by ChrisC2401

I just got accepted into Greenbank Student Village, do they have an 11PM curfew just like the other accommodations on campus? :smile:

Hi there,

There is no 'curfew' enforced in the accommodations, you are free to come and go at any time of the day (or night!). However, there are rules in place surrounding noise after 11PM - you are expected to be quiet after then.

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by fungcsec

Is the student halls open throughout the year? Will they be closed during the long holiday break?

Hi there,

The student halls are generally vacated during the holidays, however, there are arrangements in place for students who are remaining in the accommodation over the holidays.

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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fungcsec

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by University of Liverpool Student Rep

Hi there,
The student halls are generally vacated during the holidays, however, there are arrangements in place for students who are remaining in the accommodation over the holidays.

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

Hi Malachy,
Thanks for your reply. For better arrangement of my schedule, where may I obtain an opening schedule (calendar) of the student halls?

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University of Liverpool Student Rep

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by fungcsec

Hi Malachy,
Thanks for your reply. For better arrangement of my schedule, where may I obtain an opening schedule (calendar) of the student halls?

Hi there,

Typically you can arrive in the student halls on the weekend ahead of weekend week, so that should be Sat 17th Sept. I'm not sure if a full schedule is availbile yet, but you usually get the option to book an arrival slot in the halls in the communications from the University of Liverpool accommodation team.

Malachy - University of Liverpool Student Rep

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