“Our journey is proof that West Northamptonshire is a fantastic place to do business. The environment here is pro-development, the demand is strong, and the potential is huge. For any investor or developer looking for opportunity, Northampton is a smart, future-facing choice.”

Neil Thakkar, Director, ZONE

The Student Zone provides UNIPOL accredited luxury, purpose-built student accommodation in the heart of Northampton Town Centre. Their fully furnished studio apartments offer students the perfect blend of privacy and community, with unrivalled facilities including private study spaces, a cinema, gym, wellness room, karaoke and gaming rooms, stylish lounge areas, glam room and more. They’re proud to deliver a premium living experience and exceptional customer service, ensuring their residents feel at home from day one.

Growth and Development: Since opening, The Student Zone has experienced phenomenal growth. They currently operate just over 200 high-quality studio flats on Drapery, with a further 100 units under construction on College Street. They’ve also recently acquired a third site in Northampton, where they plan to develop their next phase of student living. They say that the uptake of their accommodation has exceeded all expectations — demand has been like nothing they’ve seen before, validating both their accommodation offering and location choice.

Why West Northants is the perfect location: Northampton has proven to be a city that’s truly open for development. Its central location, new state of the art University campus, and excellent transport connections make it an ideal place for a student living brand like The Student Zone. They’ve found West Northants to be supportive, accessible, and ambitious — all essential ingredients for their continued growth. They say that the regeneration of the town centre and the Council’s investment in business infrastructure have made a real difference.

Future Growth Plans: With two successful sites and a third now secured, their future plans focus on expanding The Student Zone footprint further within Northampton. They aim to continue delivering premium, community-focused living spaces while integrating sustainability and smart technology into each new development. The next step is to complete the College Street PBSA block and then the development of their third Northampton site — a major part of their long-term growth strategy.

The Future of the Industry: The student accommodation industry is changing fast. Today’s students are looking for more than just a place to stay — they want a lifestyle. The Student Zone’s offering is designed to meet that demand head-on with high-spec apartments, wellness-focused amenities, and tech-enhanced services. As they grow, they’ll continue to innovate and adapt, ensuring their spaces support not only academic success but also student wellbeing and community.