- Compared ensuite vs studio pricing at Pablo Fanque House directly against her £180/week budget.
- Laid out the trade-off plainly - privacy vs cost - without treating either option as objectively "better".
- Flagged the 29-minute bus commute to UEA so the full picture was clear, not just the price.
- Helped her book the Golden En-suite on a 44-week term ahead of her September move-in.
Why Studios Cost More
A studio includes its own kitchen and bathroom in a self-contained space, so you're paying for more private square footage per person. An ensuite gives you a private bedroom and bathroom but shares the kitchen and living area, spreading that cost across more residents. That's typically why studios run £40–£80/week above ensuites in the same building.
Ensuite vs Studio at a Glance
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Starting price |
~£179/week (44-week term) |
~£225–£239/week (51-week term) |
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Fits Anne's £180 budget |
Yes, just inside |
No |
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Privacy |
Private bedroom and bathroom |
Fully self-contained, including kitchen |
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Shared spaces |
Kitchen and living area |
None |
Properties Worth Considering
- Crown Place, Norwich — Ensuites from around £185/week, just above Anne's ceiling but close, with both room types and bills included. Reported walking distance to the university.
- INTO Norwich — On the UEA campus, a 3-minute walk. Ensuite pricing spans roughly £195/week, so a within-budget room is likely — worth confirming current rates.
- Benedicts Gate, Norwich — About a 6-minute drive from UEA, with gym and cinema access. Live pricing wasn't confirmed — check current rates before assuming it fits the budget.