Investment Barometer


A report that offers European insight which can greatly benefit investors and key stakeholders operating within the rapidly growing Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector.

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Introducing The Investment Barometer

This comprehensive report not only unveils the current landscape of the PBSA industry but also provides a forward-looking perspective, arming decision-makers with the knowledge and guidance they need to navigate this dynamic market successfully. By harnessing the data, trends, and analyses presented within this report, investors and stakeholders can make well-informed decisions, capitalising on the opportunities that lie ahead in this thriving sector.

“The PBSA sector in Europe stands at a transformative crossroads, where investors wield the power to redefine the very landscape of purpose-built student accommodation. Their strategic decisions, allocation of resources, and visionary outlook will not only drive the sector's growth but also determine the quality of living experiences for the students of tomorrow.”

Richard Valentine-Selsey
Head of European Living Research & Consultancy, Savills

Key findings.

Our survey respondents across Europe represent :

“The 2024 European PBSA Investment Barometer underscores  investor interest remaining strong. Surveyed investors, representing 14% of the 2 million bed market, plan to expand their portfolios by 70% over the next 2-5 years. Yet, this growth alone won’t close the existing supply-demand mismatch. Bridging this gap require national action plans and goals to create more accessible, purpose-built student accommodations that meet the needs of Europe’s growing student population.”

Frank Uffen
Co-founder, The Class Foundation
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Get involved.

We're looking for collaborators to help us expand on this report in 2025. If you think your organisation can provide some additional insight please get in touch with our research manager, Arunima Dey at arunima@theclassfoundation.com

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