Joe Mellor

Brighton, Minneapolis-St.Paul, United Kingdom

Media Consultant at Freelance

Just a lad from Newcastle who reaches for the stars, misses, and grabs a drink instead. Journo/Media/Seo

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MCR Property Group acquires Clanny House PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

MCR Property Group has expanded its purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) portfolio with the acquisition of Clanny House in Sunderland, a 629-bedroom scheme located directly opposite Sunderland Royal Hospital. Set within 7.6 acres of landscaped grounds, Clanny House comprises 14 purpose-built blocks offering a mix of two- to six-bedroom apartments.
Newmark brings Coal Yard PBSA to market

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Newmark has brought The Coal Yard, a 189-bedroom purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) on Mansfield Street, York, to market. It is one of the most expensive York properties ever to be brought to market at £27.8m. The Coal Yard is seen as a significant investment opportunity. The net operating income for the 2024/25 academic year is more than £1.5m. The scheme was built in two parts as PBSA, and both blocks are included in the sale. It comprises 88% clusters and 12% studios.
Detailed plans submitted for Glasgow Charing Cross PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

CxG Glasgow has submitted a planning application for a 620-bedroom purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development on the south side of Bath Street in Glasgow, Scotland. The PBSA project forms the first phase of the wider £250m Charing Cross Gateway masterplan, which was approved by Glasgow City Council in 2024 and seeks to deliver a once-in-a-generation transformation of the west side of the city centre.
Aldermore provides funding for College Street's PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Family-run purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) operator – College Street – has secured a multi-million-pound property development loan from Aldermore for the delivery of a new PBSA development in Northampton. The main build contract has been awarded to Zone Developments, a highly experienced PBSA contractor. Once complete, the scheme will be operated under the Zone Luxury Student Accommodation brand.
Downing's North Acton PBSA granted planning approval

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Downing has received planning approval from Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) for a new 668-unit development in North Acton that will help meet demand for high-quality purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and residential units in the area.
Unipol appoints experienced student housing leader as CEO

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Unipol has announced the appointment of Sam Bailey-Watts as its new Chief Executive Officer. A highly experienced leader in the UK student housing sector, Sam brings his experience of over 30 years, having held senior strategic roles across both university and commercial settings. “Sam has provided invaluable leadership as Interim Group Executive Director over the last few months, guiding the team through a particularly challenging period for the higher education and accommodation sectors.
Greystar appoints McAleer & Rushe to deliver The Triangle PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Greystar has appointed design and build contractor McAleer & Rushe to construct The Triangle – a new 836-bedroom purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Selly Oak, Birmingham. The Triangle scheme is being delivered on behalf of student accommodation provider Student Roost – and is one of two sites acquired by the company in 2024.
Tyne Coast College submits plans for One Harton Quay PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Tyne Coast College has submitted a planning application to South Tyneside Council’s planning department for its One Harton Quay purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development. The scheme would transform a riverside office building in South Shields into a 125-bedroom PBSA development. The four-storey glass building previously served as BT’s business centre. A verdict on the proposal is anticipated following the conclusion of a council consultation period.
Homes for Students appoints new Group Legal Director

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

Homes for Students (HFS) has bolstered its senior team with the appointment of Group Legal Director Paul Balderson. In this newly created role, Paul will work across Homes for Students as well as recently launched European living platform Orla Living, and co-living and Build to Rent company, VervLife.
iMpeC and Buccleuch unveil plans for Crown Square PBSA

1 week ago | pbsanews.co.uk | Joe Mellor

iMpeC and Buccleuch Property have partnered with the Middlesbrough Development Corporation to create the town’s biggest development in generations. The £200m vision in Gresham and central Middlesbrough is named Crown Square – and planning permission has been secured for the first phase. The scheme will deliver purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) for over 400 people alongside Build to Rent homes as part of Crown Square’s first landmark strides.