Summary:
- MCR Property Group has launched Flow Student, a dedicated platform managing 6,000 UK student beds with a £360m GDV, targeting growth to 15,000 beds valued over £1 billion by year-end through acquisitions, refurbishments, and operational expansion across key university cities.
- Flow Student consolidates MCR’s student housing under one brand and operating framework, currently active in six cities including Sheffield and Liverpool, with plans to expand into Bradford, Preston, Glasgow, and Birmingham, focusing on locations with strong academic demand and limited supply.
- The platform emphasizes refurbishment-led value creation and operational efficiency, supported by increased investment in marketing, digital infrastructure, and leadership roles to enhance service standards, positioning Flow Student for scalable growth amid sector consolidation and affordability challenges.
Original article:
https://theintermediary.co.uk/2026/02/mcr-property-group-launches-360m-flow-student-platform/
