99 Hubert Road Reviews

• University of Birmingham students wanting an 8-minute walk to campus
• Groups of 6–8 friends seeking a sociable, furnished house
• Those who value all bills included and responsive landlord support
• Students who want easy access to shops, cafes, and nightlife

• Light sleepers or those sensitive to noise (Selly Oak is lively and can be loud)
• Anyone needing dedicated on-site security or CCTV
• Students looking for solo or small-group living (house is designed for large groups)
• Those with mobility needs (no explicit accessibility features confirmed)

• Prime location for UoB, shops, and transport
• Spacious rooms, large kitchen, and communal living area
• Bills-included option simplifies budgeting
• Fast broadband and landlord responsiveness praised in reviews

• High burglary/theft rates in Selly Oak—no CCTV, only basic security
• Noise and anti-social behaviour possible, especially at night
• No dedicated bike storage or tumble dryer
• Parking is permit-only and limited

Contract length:

• Typically 12 months (confirm with landlord)

Cooling-off clarity:

• No explicit data on cooling-off period; check your contract carefully

Guarantor expectations:

• Most private student lets require a UK-based guarantor

Exit implications:

• Early exit may mean finding a replacement tenant or paying full rent (standard for student HMOs)

Shared Student House (Private Bedrooms with Shared Communal Facilities)

Operator/Brand: Private Student Landlord / Letting Agent (operator not verified)

Positioning: Shared student house in Selly Oak, Birmingham, aimed at students seeking practical, budget-conscious accommodation with access to the University of Birmingham and local student amenities.

25–32 minutes by train and walk

Selly Oak Station is a 6-minute walk from the house

Trains to Birmingham New Street run frequently (6 per hour at peak)

Double bedroom:£142 per person per week

All rooms are described as “good size” in reviews, but no floorplans or measurements are published

• Gas, electricity, water, broadband (when bills-included option chosen)
• Furnishings and appliances (oven, hob, fridge freezer, microwave, washing machine)

• On-street parking permit (if you have a car)
• TV licence (if you watch live TV)
• Occasional maintenance of garden (if required by contract)

• With bills included: £480–£520 per month per person
• Without bills: Utility costs can vary; check contract specifics

• Fast broadband included; praised for reliability in reviews
• Desk and chair in every room
• Main library is a 10-minute walk

• Large living room and kitchen support group activities
• Private rear garden for gatherings (weather permitting)
• Proximity to pubs, cafes, and campus events

• All essentials within 5 minutes’ walk
• Washing machine provided (no tumble dryer)
• Recycling and refuse collection included

• Central heating and double glazing
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• No explicit accessibility features (e.g., step-free access not confirmed)

• No dedicated on-site security or CCTV
• No tumble dryer
• No secure bike storage (garden only, not lockable)

• High-speed broadband included (advertised and confirmed in reviews)
• No data on backup or redundancy

• Reviews praise internet for both studying and gaming
• No reports of major outages

• If all 8 students stream or game simultaneously, speeds may vary (no bandwidth guarantee)
• No dedicated study room—study is bedroom-based or at campus library

• Keyed locks on bedroom doors
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• HMO-licensed (meets minimum safety standards)

• Selly Oak is a burglary hotspot for student houses
• No CCTV or on-site security at 99 Hubert Road
• Street lighting is standard, but theft risk remains

• Walking home late is common for students, but caution is advised
• Use taxis or travel in groups if returning after midnight