Student accommodation in Hatfield
Hatfield is the most concentrated student suburb in South Africa. The University of Pretoria's main campus takes up its southern edge, and the blocks around it are filled with purpose-built residences, apartment blocks and communes. If you study at UP, this is the default place to start.
What accommodation in Hatfield is like
There is more choice here than almost anywhere else: large managed residences with gyms, study centres and biometric access, smaller apartment blocks, and older houses run as communes. Many are NSFAS-accredited. Most rooms are a 5 to 20 minute walk from the main campus gates. Browse student accommodation in Hatfield.
Nearby suburbs
- Hillcrest: east of campus, next to UP's sports campus; quieter, with communes and garden flats.
- Brooklyn and Lynnwood: leafy suburbs south and east; shared houses, usually a cycle or short drive away.
- Arcadia: west along the main bus routes; older flats and lower rents.
- Sunnyside: further west, the budget end, with frequent taxis and buses.
Transport
Hatfield has its own Gautrain station, which puts Johannesburg and OR Tambo within easy reach, plus Gautrain buses, the UP campus shuttle between campuses, and taxis along the main roads. Living in Hatfield itself, most students do not need a car.
What to check
- Rooms nearest campus go between October and January - start early.
- Compare the all-in price: Wi-Fi, electricity and water are often extra.
- Security and access control, and the walk home from the Hatfield nightlife strip.
- Backup power and water.
- NSFAS accreditation if you are funded - Hatfield listings with the NSFAS filter on and our UP NSFAS guide.
- On a budget? Sort Hatfield listings by lowest price.
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Browse accommodation in HatfieldFrequently asked questions
Is Hatfield good for UP students?
Yes. It surrounds the University of Pretoria's main campus, so most accommodation is within walking distance of lectures.
How early should I book in Hatfield?
The closest rooms go between October and January for the following year, so start 4-6 months ahead.
Is there NSFAS accommodation in Hatfield?
Yes, many Hatfield residences are accredited. Confirm accreditation for the specific building with UP and NSFAS.
Is Hatfield on the Gautrain?
Yes, Hatfield has its own Gautrain station.