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Bristol · Clifton campus
In short: The University of Bristol's Clifton campus sits just north of the city centre, with Clifton, Redland, Cotham and Hotwells all within easy reach. The best place to live depends on your budget, how often you need to be on campus and whether you want a quiet home or a more student-heavy neighbourhood.
These are the Boroughly areas closest to the main campus location. Distance is straight-line distance, not a walking or public-transport time, so use it as a quick shortlist rather than a journey estimate.
For students, the cheapest postcode is not always the cheapest option overall. A slightly more expensive room can make sense if it cuts a long daily commute, while a quieter area can be worth paying for if you are studying from home. Check the route at the time you will actually travel, especially for early lectures and evening classes.
For a first shortlist, compare rent, transport, green space, safety and the everyday amenities you actually use. Boroughly's area guides give you the same seven life scores and local amenity checks used across the rest of the site.
Clifton campus
Tyndall Avenue, Bristol BS8 1TH
Check the university's official campus information
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