The University of Durham attracts around 17,500 students a year, including more than 4,500 international learners from 156 countries across the world. From the iconic cathedral and castle to the beautiful green spaces, there are plenty of reasons to love student life in Durham. But where are the best areas for students to live while studying in this picturesque city?
Student Life in Durham
The Viaduct
In the Viaduct area, there are plenty of local pubs and shops, and the location is close to the train station. It’s also just 15 minutes’ walk from the science site and Elvet Riverside.
Claypath
This central location is an easy distance from the Old Elvet and Elvet Riverside lecture halls. The Claypath road runs from the centre of the city through to the roundabout close to the college of St Hild and St Bede. There are a couple of major local pubs, as well as Durham Market Hall and Tesco.
Gilesgate
Located at the end of Claypath, Gilesgate has a variety of local shops in the area and is just a 5 minutes’ bus ride from most other amenities.
Church Street
This road runs between the science site and the centre of Durham. It’s another location close to the Elvet Riverside lecture halls. The Court Inn and the Victoria Inn Hotel are close by, so you’ll always have a nice local spot to stop for a pint.
Find Durham Student Accommodation
You can find a great student home close to your campus with plenty of local, social hotspots nearby. Search for student accommodation in Durham on the Fresh website and find your ideal match today.
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