One Monthly Payment, zero hassle
Managing bills between housemates is one of the most common causes of stress in shared student houses. Our bills included properties take all of that off your plate, giving you one simple monthly payment that covers everything so you can focus on your studies and enjoy your time at university.
What's Included?
All of our bills included properties are managed through Unihomes, a specialist student bills package provider trusted by thousands of students across the UK. Your package typically covers gas and electricity, water, unlimited broadband and WiFi, and a TV licence.
Everything is set up before you move in, so there’s nothing to organise, no suppliers to call and no direct debits to split between housemates.
Why choose bills included?
Budgeting is simple because you know exactly what you’re paying every month with no unexpected energy bills landing mid-term. There are no arguments about who owes what or whose turn it is to top up the meter. It’s particularly useful for international students who may be unfamiliar with setting up UK utility accounts. And because everything is handled through Unihomes, you’re covered by a dedicated student support team if anything needs sorting.
How it works
When you take a bills included property through The Student Living Co., your bills package is arranged through Unihomes as part of your tenancy. The cost is built into your monthly rent, so there’s nothing extra to set up and no separate accounts to manage. If you have any questions about your bills during your tenancy, Unihomes have a dedicated support team available to help.
Is it worth it?
Bills included properties do tend to have a slightly higher monthly rent than non-inclusive equivalents, but when you factor in the actual cost of gas, electricity, water and broadband split between housemates, they often work out comparable in price. Add in the convenience and the peace of mind, and for most students it’s absolutely worth it.
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As a student tenant you have important legal rights. Your landlord must keep the property safe and well maintained. Your deposit must be protected in a government approved scheme. You are entitled to at least 24 hours notice before your landlord visits the property. You cannot be evicted without proper legal process and notice. You have the right to see the property’s Energy Performance Certificate before you move in.
If you ever feel your rights aren’t being respected, contact us and we’ll help you understand your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bills are included in the package?
Your Unihomes package typically covers gas, electricity, water, unlimited broadband and a TV licence. The exact inclusions are confirmed on each property listing so you know exactly what's covered before you apply.
Is there a usage cap on energy?
Unihomes packages include a fair usage policy on energy. This covers the typical usage of a student household throughout the year. We'll make sure you're aware of the terms before you sign.
What if something goes wrong with my broadband or energy?
Unihomes have a dedicated student support team who handle any issues with your bills package directly. For property maintenance issues, contact us as normal through our management system.
Can I add bills to a property that isn't listed as bills included?
In some cases this may be possible. Get in touch and we'll look into it for you.