Anon,
There is the option of public transport but with train cancellations and strikes, this may not be the best option.
Accommodation is expensive, but it also depends on where you study.
The North tends to be cheaper than the South.
Cities will tend be more expensive, so maybe explore other options e.g. a university which is not in a big city.
Remember, you can also apply for a student loan which will help to cover some or all of your accommodation.
All the best,
Oluwatosin – 2nd year student – University of Huddersfield