Thread for accommodation questions for 09/10 entry - READ & POST HERE FIRST :o)

I'd like to apply for WPC and/or WPR, but from what I gather, they're located at a bit of a distance from the center. The distance is not a problem in and of itself, but I've been thinking... What's it like going home, say, after a night out (on your own, of course)? Is it really quiet and deserted? Lighting?

The only time I have ever been worried about walking over the Meadows was around 5am in the morning on a very very foggy December morning in my first year when I was walking to get the airport bus, and then I was genuinely scared because there was no one around to see me.

But there were plenty of people I knew who were very fearful of something and got cabs all the time, so if you're of a paranoid disposition, you'll easily find people to share cabs with.

some people do seem really worried about the safety factor and take taxis constantly. But I do think they have more money than sense in that respect.

And I don't really fancy the idea of taxis, so I think I should probably apply for one of the more central residences.

Seem to be slightly misunderstanding the geography of central Edinburgh here. You aren't going to be any safer living right in the middle than you will be living the outpost of Marchmont, all of 10 minutes away. If you're not comfortable going outside in the dark then perhaps city living and Scotland are not for you - in winter it is dark here a lot, you can't let that bother you.

Do you think someone like me might find walking around The Meadows less scary? Or is it all the same? And would taking that alternate route be very absurd/take way too long to be worth it?
Silly question, I know, but had to try asking

See, I quite like the Meadows when there's no one around - they're so peaceful. Now, I went to Granton late on a Sunday night in February once, that was scary

I've tried to read through all of this thread, it seems quite a few people are going for things other than the sciences. I'm pretty much decided on being self-catered, but which places would you recommend for someone who's doing Physics? I'm English, going in for an MPhys (5 years :|) in the first year. A bigger place would be nicer, so I can get to know more people. From what I've gathered, it seems a standard room should be fine, and larger rooms are a rip-off?

Seriously I think you're over analysing this way too much. Yes it is a park, but it is fine to walk over, only takes a couple of minutes and there are always going to be loads more students there too. The majority of students in Edinburgh live in Marchmont so do it on a day to day basis. People wouldn't live there if it were considered unsafe.

Just applied for accommodation! Put Hermit's Croft as first choice, anyone else want that one too?

There isn't much difference in room sizes.

We only ran out of hot water a few times during the evening when we were doing the dishes. But I did take the occasional shower during night time and there was always hot water available. There were four of us living in the flat. I wasn't even aware of the hot water boost button thingy.

The flats stay pretty warm at all times. And the heaters in each room are really effective. Remember to enjoy the warm flat while you can. When people move to private accommodation they become stingy and don't use the heating, hence I sleep in a sleeping bag under a duvet during the coldest winter.

thanks, why would people move to private ones?

btw, do people in self catered flats eat/cook together?

I know this is a long shot but has anyone heard back yet?

thanks, why would people move to private ones?

btw, do people in self catered flats eat/cook together?

hey! i was wandering was the general opinion was on warrender park road/crescent? is it okay location for kings building?