How to avoid housing scams in your search for student accommodation

A hand holding a bunch of keys, in front of a white front door with the handle and lock visible At UCL, we understand the concern around securing safe, reliable, and legitimate accommodation. As your housing search begins, you will see plenty of great options. However, it is important to stay vigilant. With the rate of scams across the housing market rising, it is important to understand the resources available to you as a UCL student and to be able to recognise trusted, legitimate places for long and short-term accommodation. To assist you throughout this process, we have compiled a comprehensive list of resources to help you secure trustworthy housing outside of UCL Accommodation. UCL is committed to understanding your worries in a safe, non-judgemental environment. If something in your housing search doesn't feel right at any point, raise your concerns with the UCL Crime Prevention and Personal Safety Team.