University of the West of England

Bristol, South West

~35,925 students

The University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is a public research university dedicated to solving global challenges through outstanding learning, world-leading research, and a culture of enterprise. It focuses on preparing students for future careers through industry-relevant, practice-led courses.

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The University of the West of England (UWE), also known as UWE Bristol, is a public research university, located in and around Bristol, England, UK. With over 38,000 students and 4,500 staff, it is the largest provider of higher education in the South West of England.

PBSA Demand

Frenchay/UWE corridor is a distinct catchment from Clifton. Dual-university schemes need an explicit operator strategy for each pool.

City avg rent: £160-£230/week
City occupancy: 96-99%
City yield range: 5.0-6.5%

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Key Information

Coat of arms
City: Bristol
Region: South West
Student population (approx): 35,925

PBSA Near This University

4 schemes within ~2 miles of campus · 3,218 beds

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Property	Beds	Distance	Operator	City
UWE Student Village	2000	< 0.1 mi	—	Bristol
UWE Purdown View	900	0.9 mi	—	Bristol
Madie Cunningham - Bristol	38	1.6 mi	—	Bristol
Stoke House	280	1.8 mi	—	Bristol

Articles mentioning University of the West of England

YTL Developments Unveils The Propeller Quarter PBSA

YTL Developments has shared new visuals of The Propeller Quarter, a purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) project in Brabazon, set to open in September. With 745 beds initially and amenities like a gym, cinema lounge, and study areas, it aims to provide affordable housing for students in Bristol.

31 July 2026

3 min read