{"id":229399,"date":"2024-07-09T16:44:02","date_gmt":"2024-07-09T15:44:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/?page_id=229399"},"modified":"2026-03-02T08:00:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T08:00:08","slug":"living-off-campus","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/accommodation\/living-off-campus\/","title":{"rendered":"Living off campus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-intro-text\">We want your time at Edge Hill University to be as comfortable as possible, and choosing where to live is a big part of the University experience. If you\u2019re planning to rent in the future, or are currently renting privately either in Ormskirk or further afield, this webpage offers some useful tips to help you make the right choice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-2nlMfN wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-left\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                <span class=\"promo__title\">Choosing where to live as an Edge Hill student<\/span>\n                                                                            <p>Ormskirk shares Edge Hill\u2019s community spirit, with more than 1,000 Edge Hill students living in the area. It has something for everyone, from independent shops to relaxed bars and restaurants at just a 15-minute walk from campus. If you choose to live in Liverpool Southport, Wigan, or St Helens, you\u2019ll have easy access to campus with excellent public transport links. <br><br>When you study at Edge Hill, you can register an account on our private accommodation portal, Studentpad. The platform will send you email alerts whenever accommodation becomes available that matches your preferences.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillstudentpad.co.uk\/Accommodation\" class=\"cta\">Find private accommodation with Studentpad<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__image-wrap\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Settling-into-uni-journey.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-ZS0CfB wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-right\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                <span class=\"promo__title\">Your guide to living off campus<\/span>\n                                                                            <p>If you\u2019re considering living off campus, this guide will take you through everything you need to know.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/news\/2025\/03\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-living-off-campus\/\" class=\"cta\">Everything you need to know<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__image-wrap\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ormskirk3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips\">Our tips to finding off campus accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-heading-1iD07P wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-heading\">            <div class=\"ehu-tab-headings\">\n            <ul class=\"tabs__menu offcampusaccom\" role=\"tablist\" data-tabsname=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                            <li role=\"tab\" class=\"tab tab-active\" data-tabname=\"finding\">\n                    <a href=\"#finding\" class=\"tabs__menu-item\">Finding your place<\/a>\n                <\/li>\n                            <li role=\"tab\" class=\"tab \" data-tabname=\"contracts\">\n                    <a href=\"#contracts\" class=\"tabs__menu-item\">Contracts, deposits and guarantors<\/a>\n                <\/li>\n                            <li role=\"tab\" class=\"tab \" data-tabname=\"bills\">\n                    <a href=\"#bills\" class=\"tabs__menu-item\">Rent and bills<\/a>\n                <\/li>\n                            <li role=\"tab\" class=\"tab \" data-tabname=\"landlord\">\n                    <a href=\"#landlord\" class=\"tabs__menu-item\">Landlord responsibilities<\/a>\n                <\/li>\n                            <li role=\"tab\" class=\"tab \" data-tabname=\"keypoints\">\n                    <a href=\"#keypoints\" class=\"tabs__menu-item\">The key points<\/a>\n                <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-content-Evr9R wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-content\">                <div class=\"tab-panel offcampusaccom\" role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"finding\" data-tabgroup=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                    \n\n<p>All registered vacancies with the University are now available on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillstudentpad.co.uk\/Accommodation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off campus accommodation finder<\/a> via the Accommodation team. If you are a landlord and are looking to register with us via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillstudentpad.co.uk\/landlords\">StudentPad<\/a>, you must supply us with a current registration form, a valid gas safety certificate, and a copy of contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to not panic into signing for the first property you see and to take time to evaluate all your options before committing to any contracts\/agreements. Make sure you view the property first and that all your fellow house-hunters are happy before signing any contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-1J4vbw wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillstudentpad.co.uk\/Accommodation\">Off campus accommodation finder<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-content-ZXPI2L wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-content\">                <div class=\"tab-panel offcampusaccom\" role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"contracts\" data-tabgroup=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                    \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contracts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to be aware that any contact you sign with a landlord is completely independent of Edge Hill University. Don\u2019t feel pressured by a landlord to sign a contract and make sure you are happy with all the terms and conditions before you do sign, as once signed, the contract is legally binding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are concerned regarding any element of your contract, you may contact the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillsu.org.uk\/advice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Students\u2019 Union (SU) Advice Centre<\/a>&nbsp;to review the contract on your behalf. To do so, you can scan your contract and email&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:suadvice@edgehill.ac.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">suadvice@edgehill.ac.uk<\/a>&nbsp;or, alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ehsuadvice.simplybook.it\/v2\/#book\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book a telephone appointment<\/a>. Should you book a telephone appointment, you must email the scanned contract to your adviser prior to the appointment date.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-20vKI wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehillsu.org.uk\/advice\/housing\">Explore the SU renting responsibly webpage with more useful information and advice<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/england.shelter.org.uk\/housing_advice\/private_renting\/private_rented_housing_for_students\">Find advice on what to look for in a private rental property with Shelter<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tenancy Deposit Schemes (TDP)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TDP schemes guarantee that tenants will get their deposits back at the end of the tenancy, if they meet the terms of the tenancy agreement and do not damage the property. Landlords must protect their tenants\u2019 deposits using a TDP scheme if they have let the property on an assured shorthold tenancy which started on or after 6 April 2007. If these conditions do not apply for example, if the landlord lives in the property with the tenants, the landlord does not have to protect tenants\u2019 deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Landlords or agents must use one of the three approved TDP schemes to protect tenants\u2019 deposits where these conditions apply. If any other scheme is used, deposits are not protected in law. The three approved schemes are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-Z11At4G wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"http:\/\/www.depositprotection.com\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                            \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Deposit Protection Service (DPS) <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-Zjijl3 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydeposits.co.uk\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                            \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">MyDeposits <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-MHwPl wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tenancydepositscheme.com\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                            \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Tenancy Deposit Scheme <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you break the terms of the tenancy agreement you and the landlord should agree on how much should be deducted from the deposit. If you are unhappy with the amount the landlord wants to deduct from the deposit or the landlord\/agent refuses to engage in the deposit return process, you are entitled to raise the issue with the relevant tenancy deposit scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-announcement-LDRyP wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-announcement\">  <div class=\"ehu-announcement full\" style=\"background-color: #f1dbf6; border: 1px solid #884a93;\" role=\"alert\" \n  aria-live=\"polite\">\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <span class=\"disclaimer__icon fas fa-info-circle\" style=\"color: #5f295f;\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-text\" style=\"color: #1d1d1d;\">\n          <p>Make sure you\u2019re happy with everything before you sign a contract\/tenancy agreement. A good landlord will usually give you 24 hours to read it through and think about it. Don\u2019t forget to ask for a copy of your signed contract and keep it somewhere safe \u2013 you might need to look at it again in the future.<\/p>      <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guarantors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of their contract, most landlords will ask for a guarantor. A guarantor is someone who agrees to vouch for a tenant\u2019s ability to guarantee payment of all rent, as well as any damage that the tenant may cause. Should the tenant default on rent payments and\/or fail to pay for any damage caused to the landlord\u2019s property, the landlord may proceed against the guarantor for payment to be made.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-announcement-Z2rxpKl wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-announcement\">  <div class=\"ehu-announcement full\" style=\"background-color: #f1dbf6; border: 1px solid #884a93;\" role=\"alert\" \n  aria-live=\"polite\">\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <span class=\"disclaimer__icon fas fa-info-circle\" style=\"color: #5f295f;\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-text\" style=\"color: #1d1d1d;\">\n          The University are not able to act as a guarantor for any registered student.      <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-content-ZjsXDG wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-content\">                <div class=\"tab-panel offcampusaccom\" role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"bills\" data-tabgroup=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                    \n\n<p>Make sure that you are clear as to how much your weekly rent is and if a deposit is payable. Your contract should state the total amount due over the course of the fixed term and how much is payable on which dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Landlords usually ask for rent to be paid in three instalments in September, January or April to coincide with student loan payments. However, most are flexible in altering the dates to suit your financial situation. Always retain proof of payments.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-ZMK4Uf wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Council Tax<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A property occupied only by full-time students is exempt from Council Tax. You will need to provide a copy of your Council Tax Exemption Certificate to the local council to qualify for this exemption.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/services\/council-tax-exemption\/\"><strong>Request your Exemption here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If there is another adult (in addition to you) living in the household who is not a full-time student, council tax will be charged on the property. Don\u2019t get stung by this catch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-2gnQja wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Bills<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Each student in a shared house is jointly responsible for paying the gas, electricity, and water bills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t be talked into putting just your name on the bills. Register with each company in joint names, which means all of you are responsible for the bills &#8211; and all accountable if you fall behind on payments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Divide the bills among you if possible, such as one of you dealing with the water, another with the electricity, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracking everything on a spreadsheet can really help you to stay on top of your bills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z9eSo4 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Contents Insurance<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>Students in rented accommodation often think their contents are covered by their landlord, or possibly by their parents&#8217; home insurance. Some insurers will add students to their parents&#8217; contents policy, but it is not automatic and it might be restricted. It could also work out cheaper for you&nbsp;to take out your&nbsp;own cover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shop around for a trustworthy company to cover your belongings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you share your accommodation with other students, you will each have to take out your own cover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-expanding-box-Z20D760 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">TV Licence<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>The law says you need to be covered by a TV Licence to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>watch or record programmes as they\u2019re being shown on TV, on any channel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>watch or stream programmes live on an online TV service (such as ITV Hub, All 4, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Now TV, Sky Go, and more.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>download or watch any BBC programmes on iPlayer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A standard colour TV Licence costs \u00a3157.50 for the year. Find out more at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tvlicensing.co.uk\/\"><strong>tvlicensing.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have a joint tenancy, you only have to pay for one licence for the house, regardless of how many TVs you have. If you have an individual tenancy agreement, each person must pay for their own TV Licence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you have purchased an annual Licence and your tenancy is less than a year, you can ask for a refund for the months you will no longer be in the household.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Managing your money<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to carefully budget and plan your finances throughout the year so that you can be certain of covering your rent payments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to discuss with your housemates on how you&#8217;ll split the bills and then with your energy\/service providers about how you&#8217;ll pay (monthly or every quarter).<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-cta-Z1Pm8hK wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cta\">                        <a class=\"ehu-cta wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.splitwise.com\/\">\n                <div class=\"cta-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"cta-title\">\n                    <p class=\"cta-title-text\">Splitwise<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"cta-subtext\">\n                    <p class=\"cta-content-text\">Free to use app to share bills and IOUs in a group<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can access advice and support by contacting the Money Advice Team.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel-ukrDy wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel\">            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-outer\" style=\"justify-content:flex-start;\">\n                \n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-inner\">\n                        \n                                                    <a href=\"mailto:CatalystEnquiries@edgehill.ac.uk\" class=\"fa-icon-linked\" rel=\"nofollow\" aria-label=\"Email CatalystEnquiries@edgehill.ac.uk\">\n                                                \n                                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel fa-icon-panel-row\">\n                                                \n                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-icon\">\n                                <span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-envelope fa\"><\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-title\">\n                                        Email                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-subtext\">\n                                            CatalystEnquiries@edgehill.ac.uk                                        <\/div>\n                                                                        \n                                <\/div>\n                                                    \n                            <\/div>                             <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-inner\">\n                        \n                                                \n                                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel fa-icon-panel-row\">\n                                                \n                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-icon\">\n                                <span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-internet-explorer fa\"><\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-title\">\n                                        Money advice                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-subtext\">\n                                            more information available online                                        <\/div>\n                                                                        \n                                <\/div>\n                                                    \n                            <\/div>                     <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-content-Z1GWu6V wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-content\">                <div class=\"tab-panel offcampusaccom\" role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"landlord\" data-tabgroup=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                    \n\n<p>Other responsibilities of your landlord and\/or letting agent include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ensuring that properties are in good repair before tenants move in, fixing any outstanding issues and inadequate facilities. There are legal obligations that landlords must follow in terms of property repair and maintenance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintaining any appliances or furniture that they have supplied with the property throughout the tenancy. If something is not working, you must report it to your landlord or letting agent as soon as possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintaining the structure and exterior of the property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sorting out any problems related to the water, electricity and\/or gas supply of the property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>completing annual checks of the property for gas safety with a qualified Gas Safe engineer, providing a copy of gas safety certificates to tenants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>installing carbon monoxide detectors in any room within their properties containing a solid fuel burning appliance such as a coal fire or wood burning stove. They should also ensure smoke alarms are fitted on every floor, making sure all alarms are working at the start of your tenancy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>procuring an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for the property and providing this to tenants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>providing at least 24 hours&#8217; notice of any visits to the property for inspection or activities e.g. viewings, repairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-ZEvS0s wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/landlord-and-tenant-rights-and-responsibilities-in-the-private-rented-sector\/landlord-and-tenant-rights-and-responsibilities-in-the-private-rented-sector\">Find out more about the rights and responsibilities of a landlord and tenant in the private rented sector<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Harassment and illegal eviction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is illegal for a landlord to harass a tenant, entailing an interference with the tenant&#8217;s living in the property and\/or persistent withdrawal or withholding of services which the tenant needs to live reasonably within the premises. It is anything that makes you feel unsafe in your property or forces you to leave. if you believe your landlord or letting agent is harassing you, make sure to keep a note of all incidents and copies of any communications. If you decide to take action, you should contact your local authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you believe you have been or could potentially be evicted illegally, you should contact your local authority. Find further details regarding illegal eviction at the link below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-Z8KRyw wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/my-landlord-wants-me-out-protection-against-harassment-and-illegal-eviction\">Find out about protection from harassment and illegal eviction<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-tab-content-nVmOh wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-tab-content\">                <div class=\"tab-panel offcampusaccom\" role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"keypoints\" data-tabgroup=\"offcampusaccom\">\n                    \n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep a record of things. <\/strong>Make sure that you get a property inventory and check the contents against it. It&#8217;s a good idea to take photos of the place as soon as you move in so you can prove the property&#8217;s condition if there are ever any issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t rush into signing. <\/strong>Make sure you&#8217;re happy with everything before you sign a contract\/tenancy agreement and that you receive a copy of the signed contract afterwards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find all the information. <\/strong>Always read all the information that&#8217;s offered to you and don&#8217;t be afraid to ask questions. Remember, there&#8217;s no such thing as a stupid question.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Be patient<\/strong>. Make sure to view properties and don&#8217;t worry if you don&#8217;t like the first property that you see &#8211; there are always others. Ask a parent or relative to come along to a viewing if possible as there experience will be helpful and don&#8217;t let your fellow house-hunters pressure you in to taking the first pick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manage your money. <\/strong>Be sure that any options you explore are affordable with other living costs and be sure to make a budget to plan your expenses throughout the year. Seek advice from our Money Advice Team as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box-Z1mDraO wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Other useful links<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you have found the perfect student house to share with your friends, check you can afford it with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.savethestudent.org\/rent-calculator\">Save the Student rent calculator<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to create a positive relationship with your neighbours and community when living off campus. For further information visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/community-living\/\">community living<\/a> webpage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure of any parking restrictions in your new local area. There are also plenty of public transport links from Ormskirk linking to nearby cities such as Liverpool and Preston. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.traveline.info\/\">Traveline<\/a> to help with planning for any journeys. You can also use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/sustainability\/travelandtransport\/\">EdgeLink Bus Service<\/a>, which runs directly to our main campus, free of charge with your unicard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep up to date with your local rubbish and recycling collection via the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.westlancs.gov.uk\/refuse\">West Lancashire Borough Council website<\/a>. If there are six or more people living in your household, you are entitled to an extra grey bin. You can apply for this by<a href=\"tel:01695 577177\"> telephoning West Lancashire Council<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep safe off campus and keep updated with what&#8217;s happening in your local area. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stayintheknow.co.uk\">Join &#8216;In the Know&#8217;<\/a> to receive regular crim updates, information on road closures, information about fires and other emergencies and to learn more about your local neighbourhood policing team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware of fire safety regulations and guidance for fire safety with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/document\/lacors-fire-safety-guidance\/\">Lacors Fire Safety Guidance<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lancsfirerescue.org.uk\">Lancashire Fire and Rescue<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t become a victim of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/document\/diagnosingthe-causes-ofdampness\/\">damp and mould<\/a> and contact the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.westlancs.gov.uk\">Environmental Health section of West Lancashire Borough Council<\/a> if you feel a situation requires intervention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/document\/tenant-fees-act-2019guidance-for-tenants\/\">specific guidance for tenants in the Tenant Fees Act 2019<\/a>, which applies to new or renewed tenancy agreements from 1 June 2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access to our campus community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mhaw-web-hero-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"group of three students outside walking round campus\" class=\"wp-image-217214 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mhaw-web-hero-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mhaw-web-hero-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mhaw-web-hero-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mhaw-web-hero-640x360.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Whichever off-campus location you choose, you\u2019ll still be able to participate in university life on campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an Edge Hill student, you\u2019ll have access to great facilities, resources, and support services. The only difference to our on-campus students is that you won\u2019t be sleeping here.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-Z12orax wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/campus-and-facilities\/#campus-facilities\">Explore our on-campus facilities<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/support-and-wellbeing\/student-support\/\">Explore our student support services<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get in touch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information or if you have questions, get in touch with the team who will be happy to assist you.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel-lX7Vw wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel\">            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-outer\" style=\"justify-content:flex-start;\">\n              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         <\/div>\n\n\n<p>As the University does not have any legislative powers, you should report any malpractice in the private sector to the Private Sector Housing Team at West Lancashire Borough Council who will be able to advise you further.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel-Z2qpwEU wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-icon-panel\">            <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-outer\" style=\"justify-content:flex-start;\">\n                \n                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel-inner\">\n                        \n                                                    <a href=\"mailto:privatesectorhousing@westlancs.gov.uk\" class=\"fa-icon-linked\" rel=\"nofollow\" aria-label=\"Email privatesectorhousing@westlancs.gov.uk\">\n                                                \n                                                    <div class=\"fa-icon-panel fa-icon-panel-row\">\n                                                \n                            <div 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data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bus.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Travel <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Explore a variety of transport options, so you can get to and from campus with ease.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                               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