The Toy box, Birmingham

Westside, just west of Birmingham City Centre, gives The Toybox a lively yet convenient setting close to shops, restaurants and student hangouts. This student accommodation in Birmingham is a great choice for students who want UCB within walking distance and Five Ways station nearby for easy city travel. Inside, you’ll find study rooms, a state-of-the-art gym, games room and social spaces. With bills included, 24/7 support and an outdoor area, The Toybox keeps student life practical and relaxed.

Where is The Toybox accommodation located?

This student residence is located at 3-4 Bishopsgate St, Birmingham B15 1ET, United Kingdom, which is in Westside, just west of Birmingham city centre. The best thing about the location for students is the proximity to Five Ways train station which is within 5 min from the housing, making the entire city easily accessible. UCB and UWTSD are both within a mile from here, which means that students can easily get to that 9 AM lecture. Bexhill Grove bus stop is a 2 min walk and you can use it to get to many student favourite locations like Bullring and Grand Central shopping mall (0.8 miles) and Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (0.8 miles). Tesco is a 5 min walk for grocery shopping and there are many cafes and restaurants nearby. The Toybox Birmingham is a great option for those who need to be close to uni, restaurants, museums, parks and everything a student might need.

Why should students choose The Toybox accommodation?

Students choose The Toybox student accommodation because it is a great choice for a Birmingham student who wants a central hub where everything is organised before they even move in. Staying here, you can fit in a workout at the on-site in the state-of-the-art gym or get some work done in the study rooms before heading to campus. If you need to relax, the games room, social spaces and outdoor area provide you with space to relax without leaving the building. Getting to class is straightforward, with Five Ways station a 5 min walk away and buses connecting students to major universities. The city centre is within walking distance of all the bars, restaurants and shops for downtime. This student rental is a place where the practical stuff is taken care of, with bills included and 24/7 support, you can focus on your degree.

This housing is a student favourite because:

• Prime Location: 5 min walk to Five Ways train station and within a 7 min bike ride to UCB and UWTSD.
• Premium Amenities: Free state-of-the-art gym, study rooms, games room, outdoor social space and social events.
• All-Inclusive Living: Heating, water, gas, electricity, Wi-Fi and contents insurance included.
• Safety & Support: 24/7 residence team, CCTV, 24/7 security team and fob entry system allow you to relax and focus on your studies.
• Practical Extras: Daily life is made easier with amenities such as a bike store, laundry facilities, free dual occupancy and ANUK code accreditation.

Which universities and colleges are close to The Toybox?

The nearest university is University College Birmingham (UCB), which is about a 20 min walk away from The Toybox accommodation. Students at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) - Birmingham Campus can reach their campus in an 18 min walk. Birmingham Central Library (0.8 miles, 17 min walk) is open to all in Birmingham and is available for quiet study, so you don't need to be affiliated with one university to access it. UK universities like the University of Birmingham have tuition fees that are significantly higher for international students, typically ranging from £14,000 to over £28,000 per year, depending on the institution and course. Students from the UK, on the other hand, pay a maximum of £9,790 per year. Part-time jobs are available in the hospitality sector (bars and restaurants in the Digbeth and city centre area) as well as in retail (Bullring and Grand Central). Marketing is a potential career path, with The Mind Collective providing full-time 12-month internships for students, alongside part-time hospitality around the city centre and campus jobs through Worklink at the University of Birmingham, which pays £13.45 per hour and invests more than £2.5 million each year in student employment. This is a snapshot of the universities that surround this student accommodation Birmingham City Centre:

Which cafes, attractions, and hangout spots are near The Toybox residence?

Restaurants like Nando's (0.2 miles, 4 min walk), Varanasi (0.2 miles, 5 min walk) and Five Guys (0.2 miles, 4 min walk) are nearby, so that you can easily get food when you don’t feel like cooking. There are plenty of places to eat, drink and relax in Birmingham's city centre without having to use a car. The Bullring and Grand Central shopping mall (0.8 miles, 17 min walk), which has more than 160 shops and restaurants, is just around the corner from The Toybox housing. The Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (0.8 miles) is an 18 min walk and is free to enter for a culture fix. If you need a break from studying, Five Ways Community Park (0.1 miles, 3 min walk) and Sunset Park (0.3 miles, 7 min walk) are both within walking distance for a few hours away from the screen. Live music is available at the O2 Academy (0.6 miles, 12 min walk) and Symphony Hall (0.6 miles, 13 min walk) for gigs and concerts. The Hippodrome Theatre (0.8 miles, 16 min walk) is home to major touring shows and a great choice for spending time on a fun Friday night. The Chinese Quarter is 0.8 miles, around a 16 min walk for anything from bakeries to late-night meals. Here are a few places you can check out near this student accommodation in UK:

• Cannon Hill Park (2.4 miles): A high-quality green space with a boating lake, tennis courts and walking trails, popular with students during summer.
• Cadbury World (4.1 miles): Chocolate heritage, a highly immersive experience in a chocolate factory, offers students discounted entry tickets as well as lots of free chocolate samples.
• Winterbourne House and Garden (1.8 miles): Perfect study break from the city with incredibly low entry rate for students, a tranquil Edwardian historic villa and botanical haven.
• Sutton Park (7.8 miles): At its core a huge urban parkland, it has heathlands, seven lakes and offers students an outdoor, totally free, walking experience.

How well-connected is The Toybox student accommodation for daily travel?

Bus stops like Bexhill Grove (400 ft, 2 min walk) and Five Ways Station (387 ft, 2 min walk) are nearby, offering access to buses throughout the city. The Toybox residence is an ideal location for getting around Birmingham without a car. Five Ways train station is a 5 min walk and then just one stop away from University station for the University of Birmingham, which is about 15 minutes. Both Birmingham New Street (0.8 miles) and Birmingham Moor Street (1.0 miles) stations are close by for regional and national rail travel. Birmingham Airport (BHX) is 10 miles out and takes around 29 minutes to get there by car or train. Transport costs are approximately £14 - £17/week. If you love to explore the city on your own two wheels, but bringing your cycle along with you is not possible, West Midlands Cycle Hire (0.2 miles, 5 min walk) has docking stations throughout the city centre. Not only that, the housing has cycle storage for residents who have their own bikes. Here is a list of transit stops near The Toybox residence that students often use:

What does the rent at The Toybox cover?

All utility bills, including heating, water, gas, electricity, and Wi-Fi, are covered in your rent at this accommodation, making it easier to stay organized while balancing lectures and social life. There is also contents insurance here, saving students the extra cost of arranging their own cover. Having utilities covered can make monthly financial planning more convenient alongside the cost of living in Birmingham, UK, of around £260 - £417/week. What’s more, booking your accommodation with University Living lets you enjoy special student deals.

• Rent Inclusion: Heating, water, gas, electricity, Wi-Fi, contents insurance.
• Amenities: Social spaces, free state-of-the-art gym, study rooms, laundry facilities, games room, outdoor social space, bike store, social events, free dual occupancy, nationally accredited ANUK code.
• Safety & Security: 24/7 Residence Team, CCTV, 24/7 security team, fob entry system.

What type of students should choose The Toybox accommodation?

The Toybox accommodation is a good fit for students who want a central, well-connected home with plenty to do nearby. It suits students who like having study spaces, social areas and practical facilities under one roof, while staying close to campus, shops and city-centre hangouts.

Students who will feel at home here:

• Central-city lovers: Easy access to shops, restaurants, museums and Birmingham’s lively city centre.
• Campus commuters: UCB and UWTSD are both within a comfortable walking distance.
• Gym-goers: A state-of-the-art gym makes fitting workouts around lectures simple.
• Social students: Games rooms, social spaces and events make meeting people easier.
• Focused learners: Dedicated study rooms offer a quieter place to get coursework done.
• Weekend explorers: Five Ways station makes discovering Birmingham and beyond more convenient.
• Outdoor lovers: Nearby parks and the outdoor social area offer space to unwind.
• Cycling students: On-site bike storage and nearby cycle hire support two-wheeled travel.
• Independent students: Shops, cafes and everyday essentials are all close to home.
• Students seeking peace of mind: 24/7 support, CCTV and fob entry add reassurance.