Cost of living
Experience student life in Hull, the UK’s most affordable city. Enjoy budget-friendly pints, cheap eats and low-cost living. See how far your student loan can go!
Live life to the full in the UK’s cheapest city1
Uni’s too expensive, right? Wrong. With some of the lowest rents in England, pints that won’t drain your bank account, and all the perks of living in a city full of culture and creativity, your student loan will go much further in Hull.
And you’ll have more cash in your pocket, too. Thanks to generous scholarships and plenty of part-time work opportunities to boost your income.
Cinema Ticket
Ticket for new release
London: £15.00
Leeds: £9.50
Hull: £6.00
Culture
Masterpieces without the price tag
Hull’s culture scene is world-class. And the best part? It won’t cost you a penny (or very little).
Free museums & galleries
Spend the day exploring Hull’s Maritime Museum, home to an enormous whale and centuries of seafaring history. Then, cross the square to Ferens Art Gallery, which has hosted the Turner Prize. And finally, take a trip back in time at the Streetlife Museum.
Absolutely Cultured events
The team behind Hull’s UK City of Culture status still deliver epic free events. Think stunning installations like Urban Legends: Northern Lights, immersive sound baths at Humber Street Gallery or eerie storytelling at The Witching Hour.
Humber Street Gallery
Cutting-edge contemporary art, open to all, with just an optional donation. Although if you want to spend some pennies we can recommend the café bar and rooftop for a range of locally sourced treats as the perfect spot to socialise.
Films and theatre on a budget
Hull’s cinemas let you catch the latest blockbusters for about £6 – half the price of London. Fancy something live? Hull New Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre have everything you need at a low cost.
Travel
Affordable adventures await
Hull might be incredible, but if wanderlust kicks in, you’re perfectly placed for an adventure...
Capital savings
With a railcard, you can hop on a Hull Trains service and be in London for just over £20
Scarborough seaside for £3
Buses to the beach are ridiculously cheap, so you can enjoy fish and chips by the sea without worrying about the fare
Ferry to Rotterdam from £70
A mini-European getaway is just a P&O ferry ride away
Fly for less
Leeds Bradford Airport is just a short, budget-friendly train or coach ride from Hull, giving you access to low-cost flights across Europe
wellbeing
Move more, spend less
Looking after yourself shouldn’t cost the earth. And in Hull, it doesn’t.
Allam Sport Centre
A brand-new gym and fitness hub for under £20 a month? Yes, please.
City-wide bargains
Even if you go off-campus, Hull’s gym memberships are 50% cheaper than in London. So that’s one thing that won’t make you sweat.
Green spaces & waterside walks
Sometimes, the best way to recharge is free. Take a run (or a relaxed stroll) through East Park, Pearson Park, or along Hull’s scenic Marina.
Don’t take our word for it. Take our Virtual Tour.
We’re proud of the incredible experiences our students can enjoy without worrying about their budget. But of course, we’ll say that. So why don’t you see for yourself? Explore Hull on a virtual tour and get a taste of everything this amazing city has to offer before you experience it in person.
Finder.com Student living cost calculator. Correct as of July 2025.
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Social
Big events, bigger savings
Hull knows how to throw a party. And you won’t need deep pockets to join in.