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Standard Homestay Zone 3+

Good value homestays in Zones 3–5 and beyond, with direct transport links to central London.

Standard Homestay Zone 3+

Wembley, Zone 4 — typical Standard homestay area

Standard homestays are located in Zones 3–5 and beyond. They offer our best value rates and work well if you’re comfortable with a slightly longer daily commute.

What to expect

  • Location: usually Zones 3–5 (and sometimes beyond), depending on availability.
  • Commute time: typically around 45–60 minutes to central London — your actual commute depends on your exact address and school/work location.
  • Best for: longer stays and students who prioritise value over being very central.

Why choose a Standard homestay?

  • Good value weekly rates compared with more central zones.
  • Often more residential neighbourhoods and, in some homes, a little more space.
  • Many areas have direct train or Tube links — a Zone 3 home near a fast line can be quicker than a Zone 2 home with multiple changes.

Who this suits

Standard homestays work well for students and interns who have regular daytime routines and are happy to travel a little further each day. If you have very early starts, late finishes, or mobility/access needs, please mention this in your application so we can advise.

What’s included (typical)

What’s included can vary by home. Your quote and host profile will confirm the details.

  • A private room in a host home (shared facilities in most homes)
  • Bills (utilities)
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Laundry: up to two washes per week
  • Bed linen and towels (bedding is usually changed weekly)

Good to know:

  • Please agree laundry timings with your host.
  • Wi‑Fi is a domestic service and can occasionally be affected by outages.

Meal plans and kitchen access depend on what you book. See: Meal plans explained.

Crystal Palace, Zone 4 — a typical Standard homestay area

How we choose areas

We do not pick a zone at random. We look at what homes are available for your dates and compare practical travel routes (nearest stations/lines and likely number of changes).

To help us recommend the right area, please share:

  • Your school/work address or nearest station
  • Your typical start/finish times
  • Any essential requirements (for example allergies, access needs)
  • Your budget and any must-haves

Common questions

Will I be far from central London?

Standard homes are usually further out than Zones 1–2. Many students still find the commute manageable, especially if the route is direct. We can advise once we know your school/work location.

Can I still get to tourist areas easily?

Yes — London’s transport network is extensive. The key is choosing a home with a route that works for your daily travel.

Can you guarantee a specific area or commute time?

We can’t guarantee exact commute times because they depend on the address and live transport conditions. However, we will use your school/work location to recommend areas with practical routes where possible.

Under‑18 placements (16–17 only)

We arrange individual under‑18 placements for students aged 16–17 only. We do not place under‑16s individually.

For safeguarding information and how to raise a concern, please visit our Safety hub.

Ready to apply?

If you already know your dates, the fastest way to start is to apply online. We usually reply within 1–2 working days.

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May include:

  • Albany Park
  • Alperton
  • Arnos Grove
  • Banstead
  • Barking
  • Barkingside
  • Barnehurst
  • Becontree
  • Belvedere
  • Berrylands
  • Bexley
  • Bexleyheath
  • Bickley
  • Boston Manor
  • Brimsdown
  • Bromley South
  • Buckhurst Hill
  • Burnt Oak
  • Bush Hill Park
  • Canons Park
  • Carshalton
  • Carshalton Beeches
  • Caterham
  • Chadwell Heath
  • Cheam
  • Chelsfield
  • Chessington North
  • Chessington South
  • Chigwell
  • Chingford
  • Chipstead
  • Chislehurst
  • Cockfosters
  • Colindale
  • Coulsdon South
  • Coulsdon Town
  • Crayford
  • Crews Hill
  • Dagenham Dock
  • Dagenham East
  • Dagenham Heathway
  • Debden
  • East Croydon
  • Eastcote
  • Eden Park
  • Edgware
  • Elm Park
  • Elstree & Borehamwood
  • Emerson Park
  • Enfield Chase
  • Enfield Lock
  • Enfield Town
  • Epping
  • Epsom Downs
  • Erith
  • Ewell East
  • Ewell West
  • Fairlop
  • Feltham
  • Finchley Central
  • Fulwell
  • Gants Hill
  • Gidea Park
  • Gordon Hill
  • Grange Hill
  • Grange Park
  • Greenford
  • Hadley Wood
  • Hainault
  • Hampton
  • Hampton Court
  • Hampton Wick
  • Harold Wood
  • Harrow & Wealdstone
  • Harrow-on-the-Hill
  • Hatch End
  • Hatton Cross
  • Hayes
  • Hayes & Harlington
  • Headstone Lane
  • High Barnet
  • Hillingdon
  • Hornchurch
  • Hounslow
  • Hounslow Central
  • Hounslow East
  • Hounslow West
  • Ickenham
  • Kenley
  • Kenton
  • Kingsbury
  • Kingston
  • Kingswood
  • Knockholt
  • Loughton
  • Mill Hill East
  • Moor Park
  • Morden
  • New Barnet
  • Newbury Park
  • Norbiton
  • North Harrow
  • North Wembley
  • Northolt
  • Northolt Park
  • Northwick Park
  • Northwood
  • Northwood Hills
  • Oakwood
  • Orpington
  • Osterley
  • Perivale
  • Petts Wood
  • Pinner
  • Ponders End
  • Preston Road
  • Purley
  • Purley Oaks
  • Queensbury
  • Rainham
  • Rayners Lane
  • Redbridge
  • Reedham
  • Richmond
  • Riddlesdown
  • Roding Valley
  • Romford
  • Ruislip
  • Ruislip Manor
  • Sanderstead
  • Sidcup
  • Slade Green
  • Snaresbrook
  • Slade Green
  • Snaresbrook
  • South Croydon
  • South Harrow
  • South Kenton
  • South Ruislip
  • South Woodford
  • Southbury
  • Southgate
  • St Mary Cray
  • Stanmore
  • Stoneleigh
  • Strawberry Hill
  • Sudbury Hill
  • Sudbury Town
  • Surbiton
  • Sutton
  • Tadworth
  • Tattenham Corner
  • Teddington
  • Thames Ditton
  • Theydon Bois
  • Tolworth
  • Totteridge & Whetstone
  • Turkey Street
  • Twickenham
  • Upminster
  • Upminster Bridge
  • Upney
  • Upper Warlingham
  • Uxbridge
  • Waddon
  • Wallington
  • Wanstead
  • Wembley Central
  • Wembley Park
  • West Croydon
  • West Drayton
  • West Finchley
  • West Harrow
  • West Ruislip
  • West Sutton
  • West Wickham
  • Whitton
  • Whyteleafe
  • Whyteleafe South
  • Woodford
  • Woodmansterne
  • Woodside Park
  • Woolwich Arsenal
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