Drapery Place, london

Drapery Place London Student Accommodation

London gives you thousands of places to live, but very few that let you get across the city without turning every lecture into a long commute.

Students choosing Drapery Place London usually aren't just picking a room. They're choosing to live in a part of the city where the university campuses, supermarkets, cafés and late-night food spots are already part of the neighbourhood. After a few weeks, that convenience becomes something you stop thinking about because it simply works.

Located on Leman Street in Aldgate, it offers both en-suite rooms and private studios. Whether you're studying for long hours, balancing a part-time job, or making the most of weekends in London, the location makes it easier to fit everything into the same day without spending hours travelling between places.

 

Drapery Place Address & Location

Address: 65 Leman Street, London E1 8EU, United Kingdom

Once the term begins, you start noticing the places you use again and again rather than the landmarks shown on city guides.

Aldgate East Underground Station is only a short walk from the building, making it easy to reach different parts of London for lectures, placements or weekends out. Several bus routes also stop nearby, which helps if you're travelling later in the evening or carrying shopping back.

Daily errands stay simple here. Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local and Whole Foods Market are all close enough for regular grocery runs, while cafés, bakeries and independent restaurants fill the surrounding streets.

If you prefer studying somewhere other than your room, Artizan Street Library and Whitechapel Library are both nearby. Brick Lane, Spitalfields Market and Tower Bridge are also within walking distance, so there's plenty to do once university work is out of the way.

Many students searching for Drapery Place student halls want a location where they can spend less time travelling and more time making use of what London offers. This part of the city makes that possible.

 

Why Students Book Drapery Place London?

One of the biggest expenses of studying in London isn't rent—it's time.

An extra 30 or 40 minutes on public transport every day soon adds up, especially when you're juggling lectures, coursework, a part-time job and everything else that comes with university life. That's one reason Drapery Place London continues to attract students studying across different parts of the city.

Instead of relying on long commutes, residents have Aldgate East Underground Station just a few minutes away, with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and everyday essentials already within walking distance.

Here's what stands out about Drapery Place student accommodation.

 

Central London Location

Living in Zone 1 means you don't have to treat central London as somewhere you only visit at weekends.

Universities, museums, markets, libraries, restaurants and transport links are all part of your local area, making it easier to fit more into the day without constantly checking train times.

 

Room Options That Suit Different Budgets

Not everyone wants the same type of accommodation.

En-suite Rooms: Give you a private bathroom while sharing a kitchen with other residents. Studios work well if you'd rather have your own kitchen, study area and living space under one roof.

Bills Included

Your weekly rent includes:

• Electricity

• Gas

• Heating

• Water

• High-speed Wi-Fi

With utilities already covered, there's no need to arrange separate suppliers after moving in.

 

Facilities Worth Having

Some buildings advertise long lists of facilities that rarely become part of daily life. The shared spaces at Drapery Place student accommodation London are practical enough that residents use them throughout the academic year.

 

Facility	Why Students Use It
24-hour Gym	Before lectures or after classes
Dance Studio	Fitness sessions and rehearsals
Music Rooms	Practice without disturbing flatmates
Quiet Study Areas	Coursework and revision
Common Room	Catching up with friends
Outdoor Courtyard	A change of scenery between study sessions
Laundry Room	On-site washing facilities

 

Security

The building uses secure entry systems, CCTV and on-site management, while the supermarket below the accommodation makes last-minute grocery runs much easier than travelling across the city.

 

Room Types & Weekly Rent at Drapery Place

Whether you're trying to keep costs down or planning to stay for several years, Drapery Place London offers room types that suit different budgets and living styles.

 

Room Type	Weekly Rent
Single Shared Studio (Two Bed Room)	From £230.00
Premium Range 2 Twin Studio	From £289.00
Extra Large High Double Ensuite	From £316.80
Extra Large Standard Double Ensuite	From £315.00
Extra Large Highest Double Ensuite	From £319.20
Premium Range 1 Ensuite	From £405.00
Premium Range 2 Ensuite	From £415.00
Extra Large Highest Single Ensuite	From £400.00
Premium Range 1 Studio	From £405.00
Premium Range 2 Studio	From £289.00
Small Standard Double Studio	From £484.00
Small High Double Studio	From £487.00
Small Highest Double Studio	From £490.00
Medium High Double Studio	From £492.00
Large Standard Double Studio	From £494.00
Medium Highest Double Studio	From £495.00
Large High Double Studio	From £497.00
Extra Large Standard Double Studio	From £499.00
Studio	From £499.00
Large Highest Double Studio	From £500.00
Extra Large High Double Studio	From £502.00
Extra Large Highest Double Studio	From £505.00
Medium Standard Double Studio	Price available on request

 

En-suite Rooms: If you'd rather have flatmates around but still want your own bathroom, an en-suite offers that balance. You keep your bedroom and bathroom private while sharing the kitchen and lounge with other residents.

Studio Rooms: A studio gives you complete control over your space. Your kitchen, bathroom, bed and study area all stay within one self-contained room, which suits students who prefer a quieter routine.

 

Facilities at Drapery Place

Living in London is busy enough without travelling somewhere else to do laundry, work out or find a quiet place to study.

Around the Building

• 24-hour Gym

• Dance Studio

• Music Rooms

• Study Spaces

• Common Room

• Outdoor Social Area

• Laundry Facilities

• Bike Storage

Bills Included

Your rent covers:

• Electricity

• Gas

• Heating

• Water

• Wi-Fi

Safety & Support

 

Feature	Details
CCTV	Monitoring throughout the building
Secure Entry	Resident-only access
On-site Management	Help with accommodation queries
Fire Safety Systems	Building-wide protection

 

With utilities, internet and on-site support already in place, moving into Drapery Place student halls involves far less admin than arranging everything independently.

 

Universities Near Drapery Place

One advantage of staying in Drapery Place London is that you aren't tied to a single university campus.

Aldgate East Underground Station is only a short walk away, so travelling across London is usually straightforward, whether your lectures are every day or only a few times each week.

 

University	Access from Drapery Place
London Metropolitan University	Around 7–10 minutes on foot
Queen Mary University of London	Direct Underground and bus connections
King's College London	Easy Tube journey
City, University of London	Convenient by Underground or bus
University College London (UCL)	Well connected via the Underground

 

For students studying in different parts of London, being close to multiple Tube lines usually matters more than living next to a single campus. It gives you far more flexibility throughout the academic year.

 

Who Should Choose Drapery Place London?

Different accommodation suits different lifestyles, and Drapery Place student accommodation tends to appeal to students who already know how they want to live.

Students Studying Across Central London: If your university is spread across different buildings or you expect to travel around the city for lectures, placements or internships, a Zone 1 address makes daily travel much easier.

Students Who Prefer Private Space: The mix of en-suite rooms and studios works well if you want your own bathroom or would rather avoid sharing every part of your accommodation.

Students New to London: Sorting out utility providers, broadband contracts and building maintenance can feel overwhelming when you've just arrived in a new city. Here, those essentials are already included, making the move much simpler.

Students Who Spend Time Outside the Classroom: The gym, dance studio, music rooms and study spaces provide somewhere to go without leaving the building. Whether you're preparing for an assignment or taking a break after lectures, the facilities support different routines instead of focusing on just one type of student.