Unite Students has begun the construction phase of its new £124.5m property in Glasgow. When completed, it will deliver 934 purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) bedrooms.
Central Quay, which will open to students in time for the 2027/28 academic year, is being developed on a brownfield site close to the University of Glasgow’s main campus in the West End of the city.
It will transform the site which is being regenerated after awaiting redevelopment prior to Unite Students acquiring it in November 2024. Once complete, the development will bring the total number of beds operated by Unite Students to 3,200 in Glasgow.
“Central Quay will provide much-needed high-quality, affordable housing for students in Glasgow, helping to meet the rising demand. This in turn will free up homes for local families, easing shortages in the private sector.
“The site, north of the River Clyde, is located adjacent to one of Glasgow’s fastest growing neighbourhoods. The accommodation boasts great facilities, both social and study, making it a real hub for students. It’s a great addition to our portfolio in this important university city.”
Tom Brewerton, Group Development Director, Unite Students
The Central Quay development will provide outdoor amenity space for recreational use by residents and people living in the local community. Inside the new property, residents will have access to a café, yoga room, gym, a range of study facilities and a garden terrace.
The scheme will deliver exemplar sustainability credentials and will aim to achieve BREEAM Excellent certification. The construction contractor for the project is GRAHAM, continuing the pair’s longstanding partnership.
