Cost of Living in Leeds for Students

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Leeds is a small city located in West Yorkshire, England. According to the University of Leeds, “more than 14,400 international students are enrolled from 137 countries.”

Leeds is an affordable city and home to three top-class universities in the UK. On average, as a student, you can estimate your cost of living will be around £805 – £1280 per month.

Before we list the details of the cost of living in Leeds, we’ll brief you on its costs.

Expenses	Cost (Average)
Average Tuition Fees	£14,000 – £35,000 / Year
Accommodation	£351 – £826 / Month
Transport	£112 / Month

Costs of Tuition Fees in Leeds

There are many universities in Leeds. The cost will vary depending on your course and university type, etc.

Undergraduate Tuition Fee	Post- Graduate Tuition Fee
£14,000 – £30,000 / Year	£15,000 – £35,000 / Year

Student Accommodation Costs in Leeds

The cost of your stay in Leeds will depend on location, type, and facilities.

1. Student Housing

In this type of accommodation, you get to choose a variety of affordable, comfortable, and luxurious student housing. It includes both en-suites and studios.

Most of the accommodations are at a distance of under 3 miles. While the ones outside of the city center are upto 20 miles.

The cost of student accommodation in Leeds will vary and depend upon your location, type of housing, and facilities.

Student Housing	Price
Ensuite / Studio	£351 – £535 / Month

2. Private Apartment

A private apartment is for students who need private living space. You will find a mixture of the types of accommodations according to your needs and requirements.

Apartment	Price
Private	£610 – £826 / Month

Food

While you study in Leeds, food costs can be lower or higher depending on how much you spend. Spending a night dining out with friends in an inexpensive restaurant can cost around £15.00.

Transportation

A one-day ticket for a bus for short journeys will cost you £1.60, and longer journeys charge around £2.50. If you book a ticket through West Yorkshire First Bus App then the ticket will cost £2.00 for each person. The 19-25 or Student PhotoCard is also recommended.

Phone and Internet Bills

Internet weekly pack will cost Leeds £4.50 / week. While in other cities, the estimated cost is £8.44 per week.

Entertainment

The city of Leeds is a student’s paradise. Tickets for a single person at the theatre, for an International release, would be priced at £8.50. A pint of domestic beer will be priced at around £4 and if you’re a wine lover, be ready to spend around £7.

Miscellaneous

When you have covered all your costs of living, be sure to keep some extra bit of money too. Your miscellaneous expenses will depend on your lifestyle.

Tips on living on a budget in Leeds

The city that blends British tradition and history in a bustling metropolitan setting, Leeds is a hub for art, culture, and history.

If you want to enjoy living life as a student in Leeds, try to cut down on the cost of living. Why not explore the place during your weekends and take a break from your student life for a while?