Costs and Licence Terms
From Thursday 1 August 2025, rents in college accommodation will be increasing by an average of 3%. Historically, rents increase by the rate of inflation (CPI) in January plus 1%. This year’s January CPI was 3% but the college has decided to restrict its increase for a third year to support students who are still facing financial challenges due to the cost of living crisis.
Monthly rents (shared accommodation) from 1 August 2025
In shared accommodation, rents will be increasing by 3.25%. Monthly rents in shared accommodation are inclusive of water, heating, light, electric, and gas charges.
| Band | Size | Base rent | Plus en-suite | Double occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Band A | less than 13 sq m | £730 | £825 | |
Band B | 13-16.99 sq m | £800 | £900 | |
Band C | 17-20.99 sq m | £885 | £985 | £1,140 |
Band D | 21 sq m or more | £965 | £1,055 | £1,220 |
Monthly rents (self-contained accommodation) from 1 August 2025
In self-contained flats at Rewley Abbey Court and 13 Norham Gardens, and in the houses along Observatory Street, the rate of increase will be lower as rents will continue to exclude gas and electricity charges. Rents for the flats and houses will increase by 2.75%.
As part of the college ambition to become carbon net zero by 2035, residents in self-contained accommodation will continue to pay for their gas and electricity based on actual usage. This enables residents to control and manage their usage and to lower their monthly costs and their carbon emissions if they wish to do so. Residents will also be able to take advantage of the university/college consortium buying power of gas and electricity by being charged below market rates. Average energy bills based on actual data usage (November 2021 to October 2022)
Meter readings will be taken on the first day in accommodation and thereafter on a monthly basis, with actual usage costs being invoiced via battels.
| Accommodation / Rooms | Monthly Rent |
|---|---|
Studio | £1,205 |
1-bed flat | £1,230 |
2-bed flat | £1,550 |
2-bed flat small bedroom | £735 |
2-bed flat large bedroom | £880 |
Refurbished 1-bed flat | £1,480 |
Refurbished 2-bed flat | £1,800 |
Refurbished 2-bed flat small bedroom | £865 |
Refurbished 2-bed flat large bedroom | £995 |
2-bed house | £1,780 |
3-bed house | £2,040 |
Refurbished 2-bed house | £1,885 |
Refurbished 3-bed house | £2,580 |
The standard license period for the properties normally runs from the 4th Friday of September to the end of June of the following year. The standard licence period for AY 2025/26 is from Friday 26 September 2025 until Tuesday 30 June 2026, except for Flats 34 – 42 at Rewley Abbey Court which are due to be refurbished this summer and will have a licence period beginning from Friday 3 October 2025 until Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Detailed license terms will be provided upon booking the specific room, flat or house.
Contents insurance is provided by Howden for students and is included in your rent charge. If you need assistance accessing this policy contact accommodation@gtc.ox.ac.uk.
Deposit
The college requires a £250 deposit is paid within 14 days of making your booking in order to secure your accommodation. Deposits are non-refundable if you find alternative accommodation prior to moving in, unless agreed by the Domestic Bursar Teresa Strike. Deposits are returned at the end of your residence, subject to any deductions required for end of tenancy cleaning and / or maintenance and repair works.
Paying for accommodation
Your accommodation charge is payable by Direct Debit, unless the college otherwise agrees, in accordance with your Licence Agreement.
The college requires you to have a UK bank account from which payments by Direct Debit can be made and into which the Deposit will be paid after the Licence Agreement ends. Students without a UK bank account must open one within two weeks from the date on which the Licence Agreement starts.
The college must be in receipt of cleared funds for the first month’s licence fee by the time your licence starts otherwise your keys will not be issued.
Any queries regarding accommodation payment should be addressed to finance@gtc.ox.ac.uk
Important documents
If are unable to access any of these documents then please contact accommodation@gtc.ox.ac.uk.
- Sample student accommodation licence
- Insurance for residents 2024/25
- Domestic Arrangements for college rooms 2024-25 (updated October 2024)
Contact
For any questions please contact our Accommodation Team
Email: accommodation@gtc.ox.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)1865 274795
