LSBU does not have any accommodation on-campus at Havering or Whipps Cross. Instead, students have the opportunity to stay in university-checked, purpose-built accommodation located in Romford, Essex at the Swan Housing Association’s Union Road development.
The range of accommodation available at this new site covers standard bedrooms with shared bathrooms; bedrooms with en-suite facilities and studio flats. Standard and en-suite bedrooms are grouped into cluster flats accommodating 2 to 4 residents. Each cluster flat has a fully-equipped kitchen/dining area with a washing machine, dishwasher and TV/DVD.
The site is approximately a 15-minute walk from Romford main-line station. Limited car parking is offered, subject to availability, and there are storage facilities for bicycles. The on-site office and reception area is staffed by the Swan Housing team between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. They handle the development’s general management and a contracted security service is provided outside these hours to deal with emergencies.
Rents currently range from £393.21 per calendar month (pcm) for a standard bedroom; £403.35 pcm for en-suite; and £604.76 pcm for a studio. However, we advise you double check these figures with Swan Housing as they can vary depending on the number of bedrooms in a flat. Rents include all utilities ie electrictiy and gas. You will be required to pay a deposit to secure the accommodation and rent can only be paid by direct debit.
Tenants are required to commit to a 6-month shorthold tenancy agreement, which can then be renewed for a further 6 months. Download our sample tenancy agreement (PDF 126KB) for further information.
Swan Housing
Carrock Court
Union Road
Romford
Essex
RM7 0GP
Tel: 01277 314 359/360
Email: staffaccom@swan.org.uk
Should you experience any problems in dealing with Swan Housing contact the LSBU Accommodation Office Manager on 020 7815 6414 or email thomasdc@lsbu.ac.uk
