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Where is Oldway Centre located?

Oldway Centre sits pretty much in the heart of Swansea at High Street, making your city adventures ridiculously convenient. You will find this modern student haven nestled in the buzzing city center, where everything from coffee shops to nightlife is practically at your doorstep. The location is honestly a game-changer for students who hate long commutes – you are basically planted right where all the action happens. Swansea's vibrant urban scene surrounds you, with shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues just a stone's throw away from your new digs. The neighborhood gives you that perfect balance of student-friendly vibes without needing to trek miles for groceries or a decent cup of coffee.  

Why is Oldway Centre accommodation a great choice for students?

Oldway Centre Swansea is not just another cookie-cutter student box, but it's a whole package of your dream university living. Here is why it's a great place for students: 

  • Room options cover everything from private sanctuaries to social shared spaces 
  • Social areas people actually use – not those sad, abandoned rooms with forgotten furniture 
  • Bills package that won't ambush you with surprise charges mid-term 
  • Security systems that legitimately work without making the place feel like a prison 
  • WiFi that handles Netflix, gaming, and research simultaneously without constant buffering 
  • Perfect balance between "grown-up enough for non-student visitors" and "student enough for 3 PM cereal dinners" 
  • Unicorn of student living – where both decent pre-drinks and quality sleep before lectures are equally possible 

Which universities and colleges are close to Oldway Centre Swansea?

Oldway Centre accommodation is practically in the heart of the city, making those early morning lectures slightly less painful when you can roll out of bed and still make it on time. Here are some of the prestigious campuses around this student accommodation Swansea: 

  • Swansea Business School is perfectly located 0.2 miles away—no battling crowded buses or hunting for parking spots.  
  • Swansea College of Art, UWTSD, is located 0.4 miles away, easily accessible by taking a short walk.  
  • Swansea University is practically within 2.1 miles away—shouting distance—roll out of bed and still make those morning lectures.  
  • The University of Wales Trinity Saint David's Swansea campus is easily accessible without transport nightmares and located 0.6 miles away.

What are the top attractions and hangout spots near Oldway Centre student accommodation?

Oldway Centre student accommodation features many student-friendly hangout spots around its neighborhood, providing students with the perfect escape when they are not burrowing into their books and craving a perfect break to refresh their minds. These are some of your soon-to-be regular haunts: 

Budget-Friendly Food & Drink Salvation

  • Wind Street—that legendary strip of bars and restaurants where student nights mean drinks won't completely demolish your loan—is located 0.4 miles away. 
  • The Copper Bar—where the cocktails are surprisingly good considering what you're paying—is located 0.2 miles away. 
  • Uplands area—just a short journey away with cafés and pubs that welcome laptop-wielding students nursing single coffees for hours, located 1.5 miles away. 

Local Gems Worth Knowing About

  • Swansea Market—that indoor paradise where fresh food doesn't automatically mean expensive food, located 0.4 miles away. 
  • Castle Square—central meeting point where something's always happening, especially when the weather's decent—is located 0.2 miles away. 
  • Swansea Museum— surprisingly interesting and totally free when you need culture without the cost, located 0.5 miles away. 

Breathing Spaces When Your Room Feels Tiny

  • Singleton Park—a massive green space perfect for pretending you're a fitness enthusiast while actually just sunbathing, located 2.1 miles away. 
  • The LC—a water park and gym complex for when you're feeling active or just need a proper shower experience- is located 0.6 miles away. 
  • Swansea Beach—because how many students can say the ocean is their backyard? Located 1.8 miles away. 

Swansea Attractions You'll Actually Visit More Than Once

  • The Quadrant Shopping Centre—for everything from emergency outfit purchases to killing time between lectures, located 0.5 miles away. 
  • Marina area—scenic spot with restaurants slightly fancier than your usual student haunts, perfect for when parents visit, located 0.9 miles away. 
  • Mumbles—that charming seaside area just a bus ride away when you need to escape the city vibe, located 4.8 miles away. 

How convenient is commuting from Oldway Centre to nearby campuses and city centers?

Oldway Centre Residence House makes the daily commute one of your favorite things in your entire day due to its doorstep connectivity. Here are your transport options from Oldway's front door: 

Buses (Your Faithful Companions)

  • Swansea bus station sits practically next door, located 0.6 miles away, connecting you to every corner of the city and beyond without complex navigation skills.  

Walking (Genuinely Feasible)

  • The city center shops, restaurants, and entertainment are literally on your doorstep – no transport needed! Swansea train station is within easy walking distance, opening up day trips and adventures without the faff. 

Cycling (For the Energy-Rich)

  • Bike storage facilities mean you can keep your wheels safe while embracing eco-friendly travel. Swansea's relatively flat center makes cycling less of a cardio punishment than in many other university cities. 

The genuine luxury here? Being central means, you are already where most people are trying to get to – no complicated journeys when heading home after nights out, no multiple connections when friends want to meet up. Your location is the envy of students living on the outskirts who have to plan their entire day around bus timetables. 

What makes Oldway Centre stand out compared to other student accommodation in Swansea?

Location that actually deserves the "prime" description to make the Oldway Centre housing complex outshine other Swansea student digs: 

Building with contemporary design and facilities—architectural features beyond "basic walls and questionable carpeting." 

A management team that remembers you're human— people who solve problems rather than just pointing at rule books. 

Common spaces designed by someone who understands student life—facilities acknowledging studying, socializing, and occasional Netflix hibernation are all essential student activities. 

A maintenance team that responds to this century—issues fixed before they become topics for your dissertation. 

The whole setup manages to feel like proper adult accommodation rather than a hastily converted afterthought. You will actually want to invite friends over instead of making excuses about why you always meet at their place. When parents visit, you won't need to frantically clean or apologize for the state of the building—they might even be slightly jealous of your setup. 

What does the rent at Oldway Centre student accommodation cover?

Your Oldway Centre housing complex payment gets you more than just four walls of accommodation: 

Essential Bills Without the Drama

  • All utilities wrapped up neatly – no arguments about who left every light on all weekend.  
  • Reliable Wi-Fi that reaches every corner of your space, not just the spot by the window.  
  • No mid-term surprise charges forcing you to survive on value beans for weeks. 

Practical Perks That Actually Matter 

  • On-site laundry facilities that don't require hoarding specific coins or trekking across town.  
  • Study spaces with actual comfortable seating and surfaces designed for books and laptops.  
  • Social areas with entertainment options beyond a single dying plant. Secure bike storage that accommodates real bicycles, not just children's scooters. 

Proper Security Setup

  • 24/7 security systems that are actually monitored by conscious humans. Entry systems prevent random strangers from wandering into your living space.  
  • Staff presence during normal hours for immediate assistance.  
  • Security support during those weird hours when things sometimes go wrong. 

Support When Stuff Inevitably Breaks

  • Maintenance team that responds before small issues become featured on home disaster shows.  
  • Regular cleaning of communal areas (your bedroom remains your artistic canvas).  
  • On-site team handling everything from locked-out situations to neighborly disputes. 

The comprehensive package means your student budget stays predictable – no financial emergencies mid-term when you discover your flatmate's been running a small manufacturing business using all the electricity. 

What are the key benefits of living at Oldway Centre as a student?

The Actual Advantages Worth the Swansea Price Tag: 

  • Prime location supremacy – the time and money saved by being central is genuinely life-changing for your student experience.  
  • Study-conducive environment – spaces where academic work doesn't feel like punishment, with internet that performs during peak assignment submission periods.  
  • Ready-made social network – built-in opportunities to meet people beyond your course, crucial in preventing the isolation that sometimes happens at university.  
  • The management team treats you like a grown-up staff member who views you as a legitimate tenant, not a problem requiring constant supervision. 
  • Swansea life simplified – from secure parcel delivery to prompt maintenance response, solving the small daily hassles that can make student life stressful. 

What rarely makes glossy brochures is how dramatically your living situation impacts your entire university journey. When you're juggling deadlines, part-time jobs, and attempting to have a social life, having a stress-free base where things actually function becomes priceless. The mental wellbeing boost from not battling housing disasters while trying to complete your degree is something you'll only truly appreciate when hearing horror stories from friends in problematic private rentals.

What is the process to reserve a room at Oldway Centre off-campus housing? 

Booking with University Living means peace of mind. From choosing the right room to making sure you feel at home, our team makes finding student housing at Oldway Centre in Swansea simple, safe, and completely student friendly. 

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The Oldway Centre, 39 High St, Swansea SA1 1LA, United Kingdom

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  • Bicycle StorageBicycle Storage
  • Communal EventsCommunal Events
  • FurnishedFurnished
  • Games RoomGames Room
  • GymGym
  • Laundry RoomLaundry Room
  • Lounge AreaLounge Area
  • Onsite MaintenanceOnsite Maintenance
  • Outdoor CourtyardOutdoor Courtyard
  • ParkingParking
  • Study RoomStudy Room

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  • Electricity IncludedElectricity Included
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  • Hot WaterHot Water
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Room Types

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Classic En Suite
amenities IconsSmall Double Bed
amenities IconsStudy Desk with Chair
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amenities IconsEn-suite Bathroom
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This classic ensuite is ideal for students who love privacy. In this ensuite students will get a small double bed, a wardrobe, a small window, heating, a smart TV, shelves and a designated study area with a desk and a chair. In this room students will also get a private bathroom with fittings like a mirror, washbasin, toilet, and a shower. The residents of this ensuite will also get access to a shared equipped kitchen, a shared dining area and a shared living area to enjoy some time with their fellow flatmates. 

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Premium En Suite
amenities IconsSmall Double Bed
amenities IconsStudy Desk with Chair
amenities IconsWardrobe
amenities IconsStorage Space
amenities IconsEn-suite Bathroom
amenities IconsShared Kitchen

This premium ensuite comes with some amazing furnishings such as a small double bed, a wardrobe, a small window, heating, a smart TV, shelves and a designated study area with a desk and a chair. In this room students will also get a private bathroom with fittings like a mirror, washbasin, toilet, and a shower. The residents of this ensuite will also get access to a shared equipped kitchen, a shared dining area and a shared living area to enjoy some time with their fellow flatmates. 

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Payment Info

1. The listed prices are per person, per week.

2. The rent may be paid via debit/credit cards or bank transfer.

3. Rent can be paid in full or in 4 instalments with a UK or international guarantor.

4. An advance rent of £150 will be payable to secure a room and a refundable security deposit of £150 is required to secure a booking.

Cancellation Policy

1. No Place No Pay - Proof of rejection from the chosen university/college or UCAS notification must be submitted within 72 hours of receiving confirmation that you have not received your place, along with written confirmation to cancel the booking. 2. No Visa No Pay - Submit your request via post or email to cancel the booking with evidence of Visa refusal documentation to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being notified. Once we receive this, we will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Advance Rent. 3. Initial Cancellation Period/Cooling-Off Period: The booking can be canceled once it has been countersigned; within the 72-hour "cooling off" period, the tenant may cancel the booking if they have not moved into the property.

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What We Love

1. The onsite bistro is a great place to gather around your friends and bond over good food and conversations.
2. The amusement park, Swansea Waterfront Winterland, which is just a 12-minutes’ walk away.
3. Attend live performances, comedy shows, and much more at Swansea Grand Theatre located close by.

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Where is Oldway Centre located?

Oldway Centre is situated at 39 High Street, Swansea, SA1 1LA, in the heart of the city. 

What types of rooms are available at Oldway Centre?

Oldway Centre offers a variety of en-suite rooms and studios, including Classic, Premium, and Sky View options. 

Are utilities included in the rent at Oldway Centre?

Yes, all bills including Wi-Fi, electricity, and water are included in the rent at Oldway Centre. 

Does Oldway Centre have on-site parking?

Yes, Oldway Centre offers resident-only parking for extra charges. 

How close is Oldway Centre to Swansea University?

Oldway Centre is approximately a 25-minute bus ride to Swansea University's Singleton Park and Bay campuses. 

Is there a gym at Oldway Centre?

Yes, Oldway Centre features a large on-site gym for residents. 

Are there study spaces at Oldway Centre?

Yes, Oldway Centre provides quiet study rooms for residents. 

What social amenities are available at Oldway Centre?

Oldway Centre offers a cinema room, and outdoor courtyard for socializing.  

Is Oldway Centre close to public transportation?

Yes, Swansea Train Station is just a 1-minute walk from Oldway Centre. 

Are there laundry facilities at Oldway Centre?

Yes, Oldway Centre has on-site laundry facilities for residents. 

Does Oldway Centre offer short-term lets?

Yes, Oldway Centre provides short-term lets; contact the residents team for more information. 

Is Oldway Centre a safe place to live?

Yes, Oldway Centre is part of the Safe Space Alliance, offering inclusive and secure accommodation. 

Are there shopping and dining options near Oldway Centre?

Yes, Oldway Centre is within walking distance to Swansea's city center, offering various shops and restaurants. 

Does Oldway Centre have a community atmosphere?

Yes, residents at Oldway Centre experience a strong sense of community with supportive staff and organized events. This Is Fresh