Unite Students intends to submit a planning application for the redevelopment of one of the company’s key properties in Southampton.
The new development will replace Mercury Point in Duke Street and offer 810 beds across two blocks – a significant increase on the 560 beds the site currently provides.
Unite Students considered several options for the site, including a renovation of the existing building, but it has taken the decision to redevelop the property and close it to students from summer 2025, once this year’s residents have checked out.
Tom Brewerton, group development director at Unite Students, said: “We’re excited about the planned redevelopment works at one of our key properties in Southampton as we work to continuously improve the student experience across our portfolio. We’ve worked closely in consultation with the council, the local community and Southampton University to develop these plans.
“We’re trusted by parents, students and universities to provide high-quality, safe and affordable accommodation and the planned increase in bed numbers will help free up privately rented homes in the city for families.”
