Costs
Rents 2007-2008
Rent does not include utilities or service charges (see below) and is payable by monthly Direct Debit. Rents quoted are valid until 31st July 2008.
| House Location | No. of Houses | Annual Rent | Monthly Rent | Damage Deposit | Water & Sewage standard charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk Walk | 13 | £6822.12 | £568.51 | £579.41 | £1.13 per day |
| University Village | 21 | £6822.12 | £568.51 | £579.41 | £1.13 per day |
| Bowthorpe | 12 | £5183.00 | £459.99 | £468.81 | £1.13 per day |
Service Charges and Utilities
You will also be invoiced every three months (quarterly) for the gas and electricity you use. Metres are read quarterly and at the end of tenancies by University staff, and individual invoices raised.
To help you budget for these extra costs, we have produced a table of average utility bill costs for 2006-2007.
Please note this is a guide only, and actual costs will depend on rates set by the utility companies, and your actual usage.
| House Location | Average Quarterly Utility Bill 2006-2007 |
|---|---|
| Suffolk Walk | £50.00 |
| University Village | £55.00 |
| Bowthorpe | £55.00 |
Damage Deposits
To secure a Family House, you must pay a damage and cleaning deposit before you move in. This deposit is equal to 31 times the nightly rent. The full amount will be refunded after you have vacated the property, unless:
- If there is any damage to theproperty not due to fair wear and tear, we will have to pass on the costs of repair or replacement as appropriate.
- If there is any extra cleaning required (including the cooker and refrigerator) we will have to pass on the costs of cleaning time.
- If there are any other outstanding invoices on your account, the Finance department will take payment for these from your damage deposit.
Housing benefit and financial aid
If you are normally eligible for housing benefit, you will need to check that you will be still be eligible for benefits when living in University Residences. In our experience, residents in Suffolk Walk and Village Close have been unsuccessful when applying for housing benefit.
If you have financial difficulties, you may be eligible to apply for a hardship fund, and help with Nursery fees if applicable. For more information about financial aid which may be available to you, go to the Dean of Students’ Office website.
