Northcourt Houses

• 1.1 km from central Whiteknights campus
• Study suites
• Studios
• One-bedroom flats
• Self-catered rooms
• Single or double bed
• Shared kitchens
• High-speed Wi-Fi
• Utility bills and basic contents insurance included
• 51-week residency period
• Ideal for mature students, families and couples

Northcourt Houses are three separate houses which offer a range of accommodation options for more mature students and couples.

They are close to local shops, cafes, a bus stop to central Reading, as well as Whiteknights campus. They are an ideal choice for those who would prefer living in a flat to a hall. 

• View more photos on the Families, Couples and Mature Students' accommodation Flickr site.
• Northcourt Houses – key facts (PDF, 1.39 MB)

   

A large detached property spread over three floors with at least one bathroom per floor. Three kitchens, one on each floor, and bathroom facilities are shared by residents. Rooms include a washbasin.

This large detached house offers a range of rooms with their own individual style and character. The bathroom facilities are available on each floor and shared between residents along with the kitchen. Some of the rooms include their own washbasin.

This large detached house offers a selection of self-contained flats and studios, as well as en-suite rooms with a shared kitchen. Ideally suited for mature single students and couples.

This traditional character property also benefits from a small enclosed garden.

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• Standard room
• Standard room with washbasin
• Northcourt houses outside view

The University recommends all first-year students select a Meal Plan with your Accommodation choice to support your transition to life at university and help you reach your full potential academically. 

We offer a choice of 3, 7, 14 or unlimited number of Meals per week across 5 large dining sites to all students regardless of where you live. 

For more information visit the Clever Cuisine Meal Plans page.

Due to the nature of the Northcourt Houses, there is no single-sex or quieter lifestyle accommodation available.

We work closely with the University of Reading's Disability Advisory Service to support students who require adaptations or accessible rooms. Find out more on the accessible accommodation page.

• Accommodation guide 2024-25 (PDF, 3.95MB)
• Accommodation guide 2025-26 (PDF, 5.12MB)
• Families, couples and mature students accommodation guide 2024-25 (PDF, 35MB)
• Families, couples and mature students accommodation guide 2025-26 (PDF, 1.08MB)
• Accommodation charges for 2024-25 (PDF, 330KB)
• Accommodation charges for 2025-26 (PDF, 184KB)

If you have any questions about university accommodation, our team is happy to help:

+44 (0)118 200 5011
accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk

For information about private accommodation, visit the Students' Union's housing information page.