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York has been ranked among the most expensive university cities in the UK for student parking.
A new student driving report by MoneySuperMarket reveals that York is the seventh most expensive place for students who bring their cars to university.
The analysis compared university cities across the UK for the cost of residential annual parking permits.
In York, students have to pay £115 a year for a residential parking permit.
This is significantly higher than the £16 a year that students would pay in Pontypridd, home to the University of South Wales, the report's most driver-friendly university city.
Brighton is the most expensive in the ranking, at £167.90.
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The report highlights that the cost of driving is already placing pressure on student motorists, particularly when combined with other university expenses such as tuition fees and rent.
With nearly a third of students reportedly choosing to bring their car to university, the additional costs of parking, petrol, and insurance can become a significant financial burden.
The report also notes that the overall experience of owning a car at university can vary significantly depending on the location of the university.
Some cities offer more affordable, accessible, and safer driving conditions than others.
Pontypridd was highlighted as the most driver-friendly university city.
This was due to the combination of low-cost residential parking permits, relatively safe roads with only 51 road accidents recorded over the past 12 months, below-average petrol prices at £1.49 per litre, and comparatively low annual car insurance premiums of £1,262.18.
Brighton topped the list as the most expensive university city for student parking, with a residential annual parking permit costing £167.90.
This was followed by Dundee at £160, and Glasgow at £150.
Interestingly, despite its reputation for being one of the UK's most expensive cities, London doesn't make the top three for residential parking costs, ranking eighth at £106 per year.
For students who are considering bringing a car to university, the report suggests taking into account the varying costs of parking, petrol, and insurance in different cities.
These factors can significantly impact the overall cost of owning a car at university.
The report also highlights the importance of making informed decisions to keep costs down.
For many, this will mean navigating unfamiliar roads, managing the everyday costs of running a vehicle away from home, and balancing these expenses with tuition fees, rent, and everyday living costs.
The MoneySuperMarket student driving report aims to provide valuable information to students, helping them to make more informed decisions.
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