An Exciting Place for UWE Students

A New Part of Bristol Taking Shape

Brabazon is one of the UK's largest and most ambitious regeneration projects, transforming the historic former Filton Airfield into a vibrant new neighbourhood for Bristol. Once known as the birthplace of Concorde, the site is being redeveloped into a destination where people can live, work, study and socialise.

Designed as a long-term community rather than simply a housing development, Brabazon is bringing together new homes, public spaces, leisure facilities, cafés, restaurants and enhanced transport infrastructure. The vision is to create a well-connected neighbourhood that blends modern living with the area's rich aviation heritage.

For UWE Bristol students, Brabazon offers the opportunity to be part of a growing community in one of the city's most significant new developments. As investment continues across the site, residents will benefit from an expanding range of amenities and facilities designed to support everyday life.

Connectivity Across Bristol

A major advantage of Brabazon is its excellent transport connectivity. The neighbourhood is already served by Metrobus routes, providing convenient access to destinations across Bristol. A new railway station is also planned to open in late 2026, further enhancing connections to Bristol Temple Meads and the wider region.

The development has been designed with walking, cycling and public transport in mind, helping residents travel easily while supporting sustainable lifestyles. For students, this means straightforward access to university campuses, the city centre and surrounding areas.

A Neighbourhood Designed Around Community

Brabazon is being created as a complete neighbourhood, offering far more than residential accommodation. New public spaces, landscaped streets and community venues are intended to create a vibrant environment where residents can relax, exercise and spend time with friends.

The growing neighbourhood includes:

• New cafés, food and drink destinations, and social spaces.
• Green spaces and outdoor areas for recreation and wellbeing.
• Padel courts, pickleball facilities, golf simulators and wellness amenities.
• Convenient access to Cribbs Causeway's retail, leisure and entertainment facilities.

As Brabazon continues to grow, it aims to become a distinctive new destination within Bristol, attracting students, professionals and families alike.

The Propeller Quarter: Student Living at the Heart of Brabazon

Located within this emerging neighbourhood, The Propeller Quarter is Brabazon's first purpose-built student accommodation development, opening for the 2026/27 academic year. It will provide more than 745 student rooms in its initial phase and create a dedicated student community within the wider Brabazon development.

The accommodation has been designed to reflect Brabazon's aviation heritage, with its buildings named after historic aircraft engines associated with Bristol's aerospace history.

Students can choose from a range of accommodation options, including self-contained studios and shared cluster flats with four or five bedrooms. Every room benefits from a private en-suite bathroom and fully furnished accommodation designed for modern student living.

Supporting Modern Student Life

The Propeller Quarter has been designed to help students make the most of both their academic and social experiences.

Facilities include:

• Cinema lounge
• Karaoke rooms
• Gaming and entertainment spaces
• Music and content creation studios
• Dedicated study areas and quiet workspaces
• On-site gym
• Outdoor yoga and wellbeing spaces
• Social lounges and communal areas

Residents also benefit from an all-inclusive package covering utilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, contents insurance, bike storage, maintenance support, laundry facilities and 24-hour on-site assistance.

Living in a Growing Destination

What makes The Propeller Quarter particularly distinctive is its location within a neighbourhood that is actively evolving. Students will not simply be moving into accommodation; they will become part of a community that is gaining new transport links, leisure facilities, public spaces and social destinations over time.

Living at Brabazon means being part of a new chapter in Bristol's story. From its rich aviation heritage to its future as a thriving and connected neighbourhood, Brabazon offers an exciting environment for students looking to experience more than traditional student accommodation. The Propeller Quarter places residents at the heart of this growing community, combining modern living with access to everything the neighbourhood has to offer.

For UWE students seeking modern accommodation, strong connectivity and access to one of Bristol's most exciting regeneration projects, Brabazon and The Propeller Quarter offer a unique opportunity to study, live and thrive within a brand-new neighbourhood in North Bristol.