Student Housing Sentiment - Realistic or Defeatist? Increased Decision-Making Factors, Lobbying, Viability, Affordability & Sobering Predictions.

This week's conversations are inspired by the recent industry events the hosts attended as we discuss:- Why postgraduate demand falling (down around 8% in 2024) should be on every operator’s radar.- How commuter students rising to 31% changes the true picture of housing need.- Why planning decisions can still disconnect from what actually fills beds.- How leasing strategy is shifting city by city.- Why parent input is now more important than ever.- Why the sector needs a stronger, more coordinated voice to defend the value of going away to university and living independently.Thanks to all of the organisations for putting on some brilliant events for the sector, please do check out all of the relevant pages and websites to find out more.StuRents SummitInvestor in Students 360°Student Living Forum UK 2026, hosted by The Class Foundation.And if you are holding an event you'd like us to attend - please get in touch.Dan Smith is Founder of RESI Consultancy and Co-Founder of Verbaflo.AI.Sarah Canning and Deenie Lee are Directors and Co-Founders of The Property Marketing Strategists - Elevating the role of Marketing in Property.Who this episode is for:PBSA and student accommodation professionalsBTR, co-living and rental operatorsProperty developers and investorsUniversity and higher education leadersAnyone working in or around housing policy and shared livingThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employers, organisations, clients, or partners. This podcast is for general discussion and informational purposes only. Nothing said should be taken as professional, legal, financial, or investment advice. While we aim to be accurate, we make no guarantees and accept no liability for decisions made based on the content of this podcast.