Bangor University has been named the most affordable place to study in the UK according to recent research.

A study, conducted by the experts at NoDepositFriend.com, using data from Numbeo and the Office of National Statistics (ONS), examined different factors including the average price of a beer, cost of transportation, weekly house expenses and the average cost of rent.

From that data, the study was able to identify the average cost of outgoing monthly expenses for a student in locations across the UK and determine the cheapest (and most expensive) places to study.

Bangor was one of three locations in Wales to feature on the cheapest places to study in the UK list.Bangor was one of three locations in Wales to feature on the cheapest places to study in the UK list. (Image: Getty Images)

Commenting on the findings, NoDepositFriend.com's Steven Ellis said: "The cost-of-living crisis is influencing the university choices of many students, making it a crucial factor to consider.

"Before selecting a university, it's essential to research and ensure that the institution offers the course you are interested in. 

“Living at home while studying can help save money, but it may impact your overall university experience.

"Those interested in having in more spare cash may consider studying at universities in cities with cheaper costs of living."

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The cheapest places to study in the UK

The most affordable places to study in the UK (and the monthly student expenditure), according to NoDepositFriend.com, are:

  1. Bangor (£916)
  2. Pontypridd (£938)
  3. Middlesbrough (£959)
  4. Sunderland (£991)
  5. Bradford (£1044)
  6. Carmarthen (£1044)
  7. Hull (£1052)
  8. Stoke on Trent (£1068)
  9. Dundee (£1127)
  10. Wolverhampton (£1147)

Bangor University named most affordable place to study in the UK

Bangor University was revealed as being the most affordable place to study in the UK, according to the research. 

Students in Bangor were found to have the cheapest cost of living while studying, spending on average £916 each month.

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This was £22 cheaper than the next best location - fellow Welsh town Pontypridd.

It also fell under the average monthly cost of living in the UK for students - which is £1,410 according to NoDepositFriend.com.

Bangor University has a ranking of 68 in The Complete University Guide 2025.