• Rent continues to increase across the UK and student housing, amongst all property types, generates the highest rental yield.
  • Increasing mix of Asia students is driving up higher demands for better housing conditions and higher rental.
  • Structurally, there is an under-supply of student accommodation by education institutes and Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) in core university cities which creates a strong demand.
  • Although there is a spread between accommodation provided by education institutes, PBSA and private housing, restrictions and strict living rules imposed by institutionally-run properties still. makes private student housing the preferred choice for students living away from home for the first time.
  • Increasing levels of interest from international investors in student properties drawn to provision of long leases and secure covenants supported by guarantors and parent.
  • Good quality properties are rented out well in advance of the start of a school year which guarantees continuous rental income for well-designed and maintained properties.