Summary:
- JLL has listed Ernest Place, a purpose-built student accommodation in Durham with 362 high-spec bedrooms, including ensuite cluster flats and studios, featuring amenities such as a fitness suite, sky lounge, and cinema room.
- Ernest Place maintains a strong letting record with 100% occupancy for academic years 2022 and 2023, supported by a Nomination Agreement with Durham University covering all beds for AY23.
- Durham faces a significant student accommodation shortage, with over 10,000 students unable to access PBSA, driven by a 13.5% rise in full-time student numbers and limited new developments due to heritage and planning restrictions.
Original article:
https://pbsanews.co.uk/2025/08/05/jll-brings-ernest-place-pbsa-to-market/
