- Student accommodation
- En-suite
- Non en-suite
- Studio
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Coppergate, Swansea
- Price from
- £109 / wk
- Range £109 – £269 / wk
- Room types
- 18 options
- En-suite, Non en-suite, Studio
- Move-in from
- 26 Oct 2026
- Lease length
- 39–43 weeks
- Deposit from
- £250
- Bills
- Included
- Electricity, Water, Gas
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Coppergate Swansea is located at 17-18 The Kingsway, Swansea, SA1 5JZ, United Kingdom. The student accommodation offers en-suite and non-ensuite rooms, so students can choose a setup that suits their budget and privacy needs. Swansea College is only a 3-minute walk away, & Gower College Swansea Llwyn y Bryn Campus is around a 3-minute drive away.
Swansea has over 29,000 students across its higher and further education institutions, creating a strong student community across the city. The city also has a safety index of 65.67, according to Numbeo. The employment rate in Swansea is 70.7% as per ONS, which means the job market is quite decent. The average cost of living in Swansea ranges from £900 to £1400 per month, depending on lifestyle. Swansea also gives students a mix of Welsh culture, coastal life, local food, music & sport, so there is plenty to do outside lectures. For individuals looking for student accommodation near Swansea University, Coppergate Swansea stands out because its city-centre setting keeps university life, shops, food and transport within easy reach.
- Shortlisted by 48+ students
Features
- Coppergate Swansea offers a range of rooms from Classic Ensuite, Classic Ensuite Plus to Classic Ensuite Penthouse, with floor plans up to 20 sqm. Each room at Coppergate Student Accommodation Swansea provides a double bed for comfortable sleep, while the kitchen has an electric hob, fridge, freezer, oven and dishwasher for everyday cooking. A kettle and toaster make quick meals easier, and the sofa gives students a place to relax. WiFi supports online classes and study, while an ironing board, iron, dustpan and brushes, mop and bucket help residents keep their rooms tidy. The rooms also provide plenty of storage and usable space for study and daily life.
- The common amenities at Coppergate Swansea are made to give students places to study, exercise and meet friends. Private and group study hubs provide quieter spots for coursework, while the common room and games zone give residents space to take a break. Students can also use the outdoor courtyard when they want some fresh air. A free gym membership helps residents stay active, while cycle storage gives those who cycle a secure place to keep their bike. Coppergate Student Accommodation Swansea also includes a TV area with an 80-inch TV and access to Netflix and Amazon, making it a useful spot for movie nights. A free washer and dryer help residents manage laundry on-site. The postage and delivery service makes it easier to receive parcels. All-inclusive bills such as electricity, gas, water, and internet are included in rent, and maintenance is available when something needs fixing. Contents insurance, 24-hour CCTV, 24-hour on-site staff, and a secure own-door entry system add extra peace of mind. Students often praise these top amenities and safety features in Coppergate Swansea reviews.
Nearby places
- Living at Coppergate Swansea means having several universities and colleges within easy reach. University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Swansea Campus) (1.3 miles away), Swansea University (1.6 miles away), and Gower College Swansea Tycoch Campus (1.7 miles away) are within easy reach from the property.
- Students can also explore local food at Antep Restaurant and Abyssinia Restaurant, meet friends at Eli Jenkins, or head to PlanB for a night out. Cafe Ark is a nearby option for coffee and casual study sessions. Vetch Field gives students an open space to enjoy. The Quadrant Shopping Centre and Tesco Express also make shopping for clothes and everyday items simple.
- Swansea's city centre mixes its Welsh heritage with places that students can enjoy in their free time. Swansea Central Library gives students a useful place for reading and study, while the National Waterfront Museum explores Welsh industrial and maritime history with free admission. Swansea Castle is another historic spot to visit, while Plantasia offers an indoor tropical setting and Swansea Beach is ideal for a walk by the coast. Other popular places include Oriel Science and the wider Swansea waterfront. For healthcare, Well Pharmacy is close to Coppergate Swansea for everyday medicines and advice, while Singleton Hospital provides wider medical services.
Commute
- Coppergate Swansea’s location makes travelling around the city easy. Swansea Railway Station is about 0.6 miles away, and Llansamlet Railway Station is 3.9 miles away, giving access throughout the city. YMCA and Masonic are nearby bus stops to the student accommodation in Swansea. Students aged 16-21 can apply for the free mytravelpass and get up to one-third off bus fares across Wales, while other eligible students can access discounted First Bus tickets and student offers.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
18 room options
3 photosClassic Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric hob · Oven · Freezer · Fridge · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£124 / wk
2 photosClassic Ensuite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£126 / wk
2 photosDeluxe Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£128 / wk

Standard Ensuite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric hob · Oven · Freezer · Fridge · Kettle
Enquire for this room£135 / wk
3 photosStandard Ensuite Penthouse
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£138 / wk
3 photosClassic Ensuite Penthouse
Non en-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£140 / wk
3 photosPremium Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Kettle
Enquire for this room£149 / wk
3 photosSuperior Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Freezer · Fridge · Oven · Dishwasher
Enquire for this room£160 / wk
3 photosSuperior Ensuite Plus
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 26 Oct 2026
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Double Bed · Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven
Enquire for this room£167 / wk
2 photosStandard En-suite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 40–43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Stainless Steel Appliances
Ask about availability£109 / wk
up to £122
Deluxe Ensuite Plus
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 39–43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Ask about availability£153 / wk
up to £155
Premium Ensuite Plus
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 39–43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Dishwasher
Ask about availability£168 / wk
up to £170
3 photosStandard Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Full oven with 4 hobs · Kettle
Ask about availability£231 / wk
2 photosClassic Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Full Oven · Kettle
Ask about availability£236 / wk
2 photosDeluxe Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Full Oven · Kettle
Ask about availability£240 / wk
2 photosPremium Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Kettle
Ask about availability£252 / wk
3 photosPremium Plus Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Full Oven · Kettle
Ask about availability£255 / wk
2 photosSuperior Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 43 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Electric Hob · Fridge · Freezer · Oven · Kettle
Ask about availability£269 / wk
Amenities
14 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Wi-Fi
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
- Outdoor space
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Safety & security
- 24/7 security
- CCTV
Services
- Bike storage
- On-site maintenance
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- Free to Use Washer / Dryer
- TV Area with 80″ TV with Netflix, Amazon
- Postage service and deliveries
- Maintenance
- Outdoor Courtyard
- Free Gym Membership
- Study Spaces
- Games Zone
- Private and group study hubs
- Common room
- Internet and Wi-Fi
- Cycle Storage
- Contents Insurance
- 24-hour On-Site Team
- 24-hour CCTV
- Own door entry system
Ratings & reviews
4.5/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 4.7 / 5
- Value for money
- 4.6 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 4.6 / 5
- Staff
- 4.7 / 5
- Amenities
- 3.5 / 5
- Internet
- 4.6 / 5
- Social life
- 4.6 / 5
Coppergate offers comfortable, modern accommodation near the university with helpful staff and a welcoming atmosphere. The rooms are tidy and well-furnished, featuring free laundry facilities, making it a cost-effective choice. The property hosts fun events and activities, creating a social environment that fosters friendships among residents. Despite some negative reviews post-management change, the majority of feedback highlights a positive living experience with supportive staff and spacious, well-equipped rooms.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- British
- 64%
- Indian
- 8%
- Nigerian
- 6%
- Polish
- 6%
- American
- 3%
Popular with students at
- Swansea University72%
- Swansea University Bay Campus14%
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Swansea Campus)11%
- Keele University3%
Location
Coppergate, 17–18 The Kingsway, Swansea SA1 5JZ, UK
Nearby
- city center0.3 mi
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Swansea Campus)0.3 mi
- Swansea University1.5 mi
- Swansea University Bay Campus3.0 mi
- Cardiff Metropolitan University32.8 mi
- Cardiff Metropolitan University (Llandaff)32.8 mi
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Coppergate, 17–18 The Kingsway, Swansea SA1 5JZ, UK, Swansea, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Electricity
- Water
- Gas
Payment
Additional Fees
- £50 fee for preparing room for replacement tenant
- Possible administration/remarketing fee (where permitted by law)
- Cleaning/admin charge for room move requests
- Dual occupancy is available for Studios at an additional cost of £40 per week.
Pay In Instalment
- Students can choose to pay rent in full (no guarantor required)
- Students who wish to pay rent in instalments must provide a valid UK guarantor
Mode Of Payment
- Credit card, debit card, and bank transfer.
Guarantor Requirement
- A valid UK guarantor is required for students choosing to pay rent in instalments.
- No guarantor is required for students paying the full rent amount upfront.
Booking Deposit
- Amount: £250
- Payable at the time of signing the tenancy agreement
- Must be paid within 7 days; otherwise room may be released
- Type: Deposit (to secure booking)
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- A 7-day cooling-off period is applicable to bookings.
- All monies paid are refundable if cancellation is made within this period.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- Tenant is responsible for finding a suitable replacement.
- The replacement tenant must be acceptable to the property.
- Liability for rent continues until:
- A suitable replacement is found, and
- The room is successfully re-let.
- Refunds (if applicable) are only processed after a suitable replacement is secured.
No Visa No Pay
- Tenancy can be cancelled without financial penalty if the visa application is unsuccessful.
- A written cancellation request must be submitted.
- Official evidence of visa refusal from the UK Home Office or relevant authority is required.
- Evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of the refusal letter/correspondence date.
- Cancellation requests must be received by 5th September 2026 for September tenancies.
- If evidence is not provided within the timeframe and tenancy has started:
- Tenant remains liable for rent until a replacement tenant acceptable to the property is found and the room is re-let.
- Full refund of any deposit or advance rent paid, if valid documentation is provided within the stated period.
- Applicable to both direct bookings and third-party bookings.
No Place No Pay
- Applicable only to first-year students.
- Tenancy can be cancelled without charges if the student does not meet required entry grades and the university withdraws the offer.
- A written cancellation request must be submitted.
- Required documents:
- Formal rejection letter from the university/HEI, or
- UCAS status screenshot showing required grades were not achieved.
- Evidence must be submitted within 72 hours of receiving confirmation from the institution.
- Cancellation requests must be received by 5th September 2026 for September tenancies.
- If evidence is not provided within the timeframe:
- Tenant remains liable for rent for the full tenancy duration until a replacement tenant acceptable to the property is found and the room is re-let.
- Full refund of any deposit or advance rent paid, if valid documentation is provided within the stated period.
Delayed Arrivals & travel restrictions
- If you are unable to travel due to government-imposed travel restrictions, please contact the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will facilitate the request to review your circumstances and explore the possibility of cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are considered individually, and any outcome will depend on the property's review and applicable booking terms.
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
House rules
Room allocation
- Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
Check in guide
- Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
- In case of any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the team, and our team will assist to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Renewal policy
- Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
Early check in policy
- Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
Smoking
- Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking is allowed only outside in designated areas, where permitted by property rules and local regulations.
Guest policy
- Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.
Minimum age
- You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.
Student eligibility
- This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.
Questions about this residence
How much does Coppergate, Swansea cost?
Rooms start from £109 / wk across en-suite, non en-suite and studio options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: electricity, water and gas.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 39–43 weeks. Options include 43 weeks, 40–43 weeks and 39–43 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 26 Oct 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £250, depending on the room.
Where is Coppergate, Swansea?
Coppergate, Swansea is at Coppergate, 17–18 The Kingsway, Swansea SA1 5JZ, UK. It is 0.3 mi from city center.




