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COST OF LIVING

Newcastle is one of the UK's best and most affordable student cities - so you can spend less time worrying about money, and more time enjoying university life.

Our city-centre campus means most of our accommodation is within walking distance, helping you cut down on everyday transport costs. And when you do want to explore further afield, Newcastle's transport links make getting around easy on a student budget.

Visit our Cost of Living hub to find out more about managing your money as a student, the financial support available to you, and much more.

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AVERAGE MONTHLY STUDENT LIVING COSTS IN NEWCASTLE

Your full cost breakdown

Living costs cover everything you'll spend outside your tuition fees - accommodation or rent, utility bills, socialising, and of course groceries and eating out. Below is a breakdown of typical living costs for a Northumbria student in Newcastle, based on the National Student Money Survey 2025.

These figures are a guide only, and individual costs will vary.

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Average Monthly Student Living Costs

YOUR FULL BREAKDOWN AND MORE

MAXIMISING YOUR BUDGET AT NORTHUMBRIA

Extra guidance and top tips

We know managing money at university can take some getting used to - so here's our guidance and top tips to help make your budget go further.

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Budgeting Tips and Resources

STUDENT BLOG
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Student Budgeting Planner

GUIDE

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How to Save Money

GUIDE

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Newcastle on a Budget

STUDENT BLOG
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Cost of Living Calculator

USEFUL LINKS, BLOGS & GUIDES

Looking for more ways to save?

Here are some trusted external guides and blogs covering everyday spending - from grocery shopping to socialising on a budget.

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Financial Support

WELFARE, IMMIGRATION & FUNDING TEAM

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Financial Support

NORTHUMBRIA STUDENTS' UNION

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Tuition Fees, Funding & Scholarships

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Undergraduate Student Loan

FUNDING YOUR STUDIES

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Postgraduate Government Loan

FUNDING YOUR MASTERS

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Choosing a Bank Account

GUIDE
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Tips on Finding a Part-time Job

STUDENT BLOG

GROCERY SHOPPING

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A-Z Student Discounts

GUIDE

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Save the Student: Saving Money

GUIDE

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The Ultimate Student Shopping List

GUIDE

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Budgeting & Money Advice

STUDENT PORTAL
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Page last updated 07/08/26

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