5 bedroom semi-detached house to rent

Location

Known as the village in the city, St Johns is situated on the western side of the River Severn and provides road links to Hereford and Leominster to the west, Malvern to the South and access to the M5 North via Worcester City centre or Holt Heath and M5 South via the southern by-pass. Worcester City centre is to the east of the river bridge and is accessible on foot or by Bus.

Directions

Directions - From our office head left up Bromyard Road and turn right onto Comer Road then left onto Laugherne Road. You will then need to turn left into Windsor Avenue and right onto Woodstock Road. Number 55 will be on the left hand side.

Property Details

This shared student house is within walking distance of the St Johns Campus of the University of Worcester, with five furnished rooms. Communal facilities include Bathroom Room, Kitchen and Living Area with Conservatory, Garden & Large Driveway. The rent includes energy, fast broadband, and water bills.

Room 1 - £590pcm - Bills Inclusive - weekly £137

Room 2 - £570pcm - Bills Inclusive weekly £ 132

Room 3 - £585pcm - Bills Inclusive weekly £ 135

Room 4 - £590pcm - Bills Inclusive weekly £ 137

Room 5 - £580pcm - Bills Inclusive weekly £ 134

What Students Need to Know About the Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act has now been approved by Parliament and is expected to come into effect before September 2026.

It will change the way most student tenancies work, so it’s worth knowing what’s coming before you sign your next agreement.

The Outgoing Approach

In Worcester, most student tenancies have been fixed for 11 months — from 1 September to 31 July.

Once signed, you’re committed for the full term. To leave early, requires a replacement tenant.

Some houses use joint agreements (everyone’s on one contract), while others use individual agreements, where you’re only responsible for your own rent.

Most properties are advertised from October, ready for the following September,

The average rent for a standard student room is about £550 per month (£116 per week) for the 11 months.

What’s Changing

When the new law takes effect:

Fixed-term tenancies will go, replaced by rolling monthly agreements.

You’ll be able to give two months’ notice to leave whenever you like.

On a joint tenancy, if one tenant gives notice, the whole tenancy ends for everyone.

Landlords can only end a tenancy using a specific Ground 4A notice, which must be explained before you sign.

Agreements can’t be signed more than six months before your move-in date.

These rules mainly apply to student houses (HMOs) — purpose-built student blocks and halls have different arrangements.

Even existing tenancies will automatically switch to the new rolling type when the law begins.

What This Means for You

Overall, the new system gives students more flexibility and protection but presents some challenges for landlords and tenants.

Here’s how things might change:

Some landlords may adjust tenancy dates to start in advance of the Academic year and assume tenants stay until the end of the student year. (approx. 46 weeks)

Or to start for the Academic year and assume tenants stay until the end of the student year. (approx. 40 weeks)

To keep the annual cost about the same, a room that currently costs £550 per month (£116 per week) might rise to about £655 per month (£151 per week) for a shorter, 40-week contract.

Our Approach at Platinum

We think the best way forward is to:

Offer individual tenancies (so your contract isn’t affected by others).

Accept holding deposits so you can reserve your room early.

Wait until the new agreements are ready before signing , within six months of your start date.

Offer some flexible start dates, possibly earlier than the academic year.

Need Help?

We know these changes can be confusing, so if you’re unsure what the new rules mean for you, just ask.

Our team at Platinum Property in St John’s, Worcester is happy to explain everything and help you find the right tenancy for your needs.

Important Information

Deposit - £300

Council Tax - Exempt with qualifying certificate otherwise a contribution towards costs will be required in addition to your rent unless otherwise stated.

Guarantor - A guarantor has usually required however some of our landlords are willing to be flexible subject to circumstances.

Agreements - Individual Tenancy Agreements Available for 10 months September 2026 to June 2027

Inclusive - Where indicated inclusive means the rent quoted usually includes:

Electricity, Gas, Broadband, and Water Rates.

Furnished - Our student properties are fully furnished in line with University recommendations

Pets - This is a shared house and therefore pets would not be appropriate.