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Bloomberg
15 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
UK Housing Developers Downsize Projects as Delays Hit High-Rises
In 2021, Greystar Real Estate Partners bought a £31 million ($41.4 million) plot of land in London's Battersea district with the aim of building a roughly 300-home rental tower overlooking the River Thames. The US private equity firm submitted plans to regulators at the end of last year, keen to break ground. But more than 40 weeks later, it's still awaiting a decision. Greystar, which manages more than $300 billion of real estate globally, is one of several firms focusing on developing low-rise residential projects this year, which are not subject to the same safety checks as what are designated 'higher-risk buildings.' Developers claim that those checks — introduced after the deaths of 72 people in the Grenfell Tower fire — have extended timeframes for building taller structures in the UK by months at a time.
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Student Nightlife Index: The 10 University cities rated the best for student nightlife
What are the ten best university cities or towns for student nightlife during the 2025/2026 academic year? Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Life at university is as much about the social aspects as it is the academic aspects. So ahead of the 2025/2026 academic year, where in the UK is considered 'the' place for student nightlife? A new study, the Student Nightlife Index, has shed light into the top ten cities and towns for students, from the prices of beer to being safe in the area. As students across the UK gear up for the upcoming academic year, many factors weigh into their university choices – and a vibrant social scene often sits high on the list. For those looking to balance their studies with an unforgettable nightlife, Canvas, operated by Greystar, has released its 2025 Student Nightlife Index, a comprehensive ranking designed to shed light on the best university cities for making the most of those crucial nights out. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Off to university this upcoming academic year? Perhaps you've enrolled into one of the areas considered the best place for student nightlife, according to a new study. | Canva The index delves into a variety of key factors, including the average cost of a pint and a soft drink, the sheer number of student bars and clubs available, their average ratings, and crucially, the local safety score for walking home at night. This approach had led to a detailed picture beyond just the cheapest drinks or the most venues. So - are you heading to one of the UK's best university towns or cities which has the best student nightlife in the next academic year? What is the best university city in the UK for student nightlife in 2025? Bath has been crowned the top spot according to the index, offering a compelling blend of quality venues and high safety. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Students can enjoy a well-rated nightlife with an average venue rating of 4.45 across 98 bars and clubs. Crucially, Bath boasts a high safety score of 66.12 for walking home at night, providing peace of mind alongside a lively atmosphere. Securing second place, Manchester is a powerhouse of student nightlife. It features the largest scene among the top three cities with an impressive 606 bars and clubs, and the highest venue density for its population. While pints average £5.50, its diverse social scene and average venue rating of 4.37 make it a prime choice, though its safety score of 41.65 indicates students should remain aware. Coming in third, Newcastle is known for its energetic vibe and offers a slightly more affordable drink scene (pints at £5.00). The city has 273 bars and clubs with a solid average rating of 4.37. Its lower safety score of 32.57 means students are advised to exercise extra care during nights out. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sharing fourth place, Leeds is a vibrant hub with 325 bars and clubs. It offers affordable soft drinks (£1.71) and a good average venue rating of 4.40, with a safety score of 47.28, while York provides a quality nightlife experience with 119 bars and clubs, an excellent average rating of 4.42, and a respectable safety score of 53.78. Top 10 University Cities for Student Nightlife: 1 - Bath 2 - Manchester 3 - Newcastle 4 - Leeds 4 - York 6 - Coventry 6 - Sheffield 6 - Glasgow 6 - Edinburgh 10 - Leicester Nightlife is one thing, but quality of life and happiness studying is a different matter altogether - take a look at our guide to the 17 UK universities where students are the happiest.
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Student Nightlife Index: The 10 University cities rated the best for student nightlife
What are the ten best university cities or towns for student nightlife during the 2025/2026 academic year? Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Life at university is as much about the social aspects as it is the academic aspects. So ahead of the 2025/2026 academic year, where in the UK is considered 'the' place for student nightlife? A new study, the Student Nightlife Index, has shed light into the top ten cities and towns for students, from the prices of beer to being safe in the area. As students across the UK gear up for the upcoming academic year, many factors weigh into their university choices – and a vibrant social scene often sits high on the list. For those looking to balance their studies with an unforgettable nightlife, Canvas, operated by Greystar, has released its 2025 Student Nightlife Index, a comprehensive ranking designed to shed light on the best university cities for making the most of those crucial nights out. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Off to university this upcoming academic year? Perhaps you've enrolled into one of the areas considered the best place for student nightlife, according to a new study. | Canva The index delves into a variety of key factors, including the average cost of a pint and a soft drink, the sheer number of student bars and clubs available, their average ratings, and crucially, the local safety score for walking home at night. This approach had led to a detailed picture beyond just the cheapest drinks or the most venues. So - are you heading to one of the UK's best university towns or cities which has the best student nightlife in the next academic year? What is the best university city in the UK for student nightlife in 2025? Bath has been crowned the top spot according to the index, offering a compelling blend of quality venues and high safety. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Students can enjoy a well-rated nightlife with an average venue rating of 4.45 across 98 bars and clubs. Crucially, Bath boasts a high safety score of 66.12 for walking home at night, providing peace of mind alongside a lively atmosphere. Securing second place, Manchester is a powerhouse of student nightlife. It features the largest scene among the top three cities with an impressive 606 bars and clubs, and the highest venue density for its population. While pints average £5.50, its diverse social scene and average venue rating of 4.37 make it a prime choice, though its safety score of 41.65 indicates students should remain aware. Coming in third, Newcastle is known for its energetic vibe and offers a slightly more affordable drink scene (pints at £5.00). The city has 273 bars and clubs with a solid average rating of 4.37. Its lower safety score of 32.57 means students are advised to exercise extra care during nights out. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Sharing fourth place, Leeds is a vibrant hub with 325 bars and clubs. It offers affordable soft drinks (£1.71) and a good average venue rating of 4.40, with a safety score of 47.28, while York provides a quality nightlife experience with 119 bars and clubs, an excellent average rating of 4.42, and a respectable safety score of 53.78. Top 10 University Cities for Student Nightlife: 1 - Bath 2 - Manchester 3 - Newcastle 4 - Leeds 4 - York 6 - Coventry 6 - Sheffield 6 - Glasgow 6 - Edinburgh 10 - Leicester
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Greystar partners with University of Mississippi on modular dorm
This story was originally published on Multifamily Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Multifamily Dive newsletter. Property: Kincannon site, West Row site Developer: Greystar, University of Mississippi Location: Oxford, Mississippi Units: 2,700 beds (total) Cost: Withheld Charleston, South Carolina-based Greystar is tapping its modular construction pipeline to build on-campus housing for over 2,700 students at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi. The multifamily giant is on track to open two new residence halls at Ole Miss by 2027, developed in a public-private partnership with the university. Greystar is set to collaborate with university leaders, industry experts and Mississippi-based businesses to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the site, according to the release. More than 70% of the on-site construction work will be available to local and regional subcontractors. 'By leveraging our modular construction capabilities and working closely with local partners, we're able to deliver efficient, sustainable communities that support student success while contributing to Mississippi's economy,' said Julie Skolnicki, senior managing director of university partnerships at Greystar, in the news release. The West Row site, located across from the UM School of Law, will add 1,500 beds, a new dining hall and over 1,500 parking spaces. Another 1,200 beds are slated for the former site of Kincannon Hall, a 540-bed student dorm built in 1963, closed in 2015 and demolished in 2023, according to The Daily Mississippian. A new parking garage is already under construction at the Kincannon site. Portions of the buildings will be prefabricated by Greystar's modular construction business, Modern Living Solutions, at its factory in Knox, Pennsylvania, in order to shorten construction timelines and lower costs for students, according to the release. Living options will include suites and semi-suites. Public-private partnerships for residential development are a relatively new practice in Mississippi, according to Steven Holley, vice chancellor for administration and finance at the University of Mississippi. The University of Mississippi selected the model in an effort to meet the needs of an expanding student base, modernize campus infrastructure in the long term and save university resources for other priorities, including new academic and research facilities, according to Holley. 'At the heart of our mission lies our unwavering commitment to giving students the best experience possible, which is why this project is vital to addressing one of the most important aspects of the student experience: housing,' added Glenn Boyce, chancellor of the University of Mississippi, in the release. 'This transformative partnership with Greystar will provide a unique and exceptionally efficient approach to expanding housing options on campus.'
Reuters
21-07-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Macquarie to buy 12,000 student beds in Europe real estate push
LONDON, July 21 (Reuters) - Australian finance giant Macquarie ( opens new tab has agreed to buy two student housing businesses in Europe that manage over 12,000 beds, in the latest sign of overseas investors pushing into the sector. Macquarie will buy two specialist student housing investment platforms - MILESTONE and BaseStack Living - for an undisclosed fee, the company said in a statement. Macquarie declined to comment on the deal value. The move is part of Macquarie's strategy of growing its private markets unit overseas after offloading its international public assets to Nomura. Student housing has become a hot market within real estate, with investors lured by the prospect of attractive returns at a time when prices have soured for more traditional assets like offices. The deal will pitch Macquarie against other large investors in the sector, including Blackstone (BX.N), opens new tab, Legal & General (LGEN.L), opens new tab and Greystar. Student accommodation has jumped to the top of European real estate investors' preferences of what to buy, overtaking rental housing more broadly, according to a June investor survey by trade body INREV. The platforms acquired by Macquarie span properties in Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Poland, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Denmark. Macquarie plans to expand the business to other European markets over time, said Brendan Jones, head of real estate for Europe, Middle East and Africa at Macquarie Asset Management. The owner of BaseStack Living, Justin Hamer, will be named chief executive of the combined student housing group.
