What should be paid attention to when renting a house for studying in Edinburgh
“The energy saving status of the house determines the monthly bill
Many Chinese landlords or second landlords will pay monthly bills (Bill) for the tenants when renting a house, and some co-renters will share the monthly water and electricity consumption equally. British housing agencies are more inclined to the latter. When you’re figuring out how much you can afford to pay in monthly rent, don’t forget to take your monthly bills into consideration. Students do not need to pay Council Tax. Daily fees include: Gas, Electricity, Broadband, Water. If you have a TV at home and watch live TV, you also need to pay Pay an annual viewing fee (TV License) of £145.5.
When looking for a student accommodation Edinburgh, remember to check the energy saving score (EPC). The higher the score, the lower the monthly bill; the orientation of the house also determines whether the lighting is sufficient in winter, which affects the indoor temperature; if the house windows are equipped with double glazing (Double Glazing) , the effect of keeping warm is better.
Lock doors and windows to prevent fire and theft
Because the life of British international students is full and rich, going out late at night is also a common thing. Therefore, places where students live together are easy to be targeted by thieves. When renting a house, try to choose an area with good public security. Information statistics on crime rates can be found on maps.met.police.uk. Roommates who live together should also take care of each other. Don’t forget to close the windows of the living room or kitchen after falling asleep due to negligence. If you are worried about property theft, you can also purchase property insurance, which can insure your laptop, mobile phone, iPad, etc.
On-Campus Accommodation: Many educational institutions provide on-campus accommodation options, such as dormitories or residence halls. On-campus housing offers the advantage of proximity to academic buildings, libraries, and campus activities. It fosters a sense of community and facilitates engagement in university life. Living on campus provides opportunities for networking, involvement in student organizations, and access to academic resources.
Chinese students like to use open flames for cooking. Many British kitchens are equipped with smoke alarms. If the smoke is too thick or the water vapor is too large, the alarm may be triggered. In this case, the windows should be opened for ventilation as soon as possible, and then the alarm should be pressed. . In some student dormitories and apartments, once the alarm goes off, everyone must go downstairs and gather in the yard, and wait for the dormitory staff to check the hidden dangers before returning.
The above is all the content about student accommodation in Edinburgh in this issue. I hope it will be helpful to everyone.”