HG Construction has practically completed Sheares Hall – a landmark 350-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, successfully delivered ahead of schedule for HG Living.
The project’s successful delivery was supported by Rund, a specialist surveying and construction consultancy employed by the developer HG Living to provide employer’s agent, quantity surveying, and clerk of works services.
“The completion of Sheares Hall ahead of schedule demonstrates the diligence and commitment of the project team. We are incredibly proud to have supported this exemplary PBSA scheme, providing full oversight on matters of quality, cost, programme, and compliance from beginning to end. This academic year will see the first residents arrive at Sheares Hall, as Newcastle’s only new student accommodation for 2025/26.”
Tom French, Associate Director, Rund
Sheares Hall boasts a gym, study rooms, co-working area, private dining, mahjong room, cinema lounge and external courtyard, in addition to beautifully designed studio and cluster flats.
“Sheares Hall exemplifies HG Living’s commitment to delivering best-in-class schemes which raise the bar for modern living. We would like to recognise the entire project team whose dedication, collaboration, and commitment to excellence made the early handover of this scheme possible.”
James Young, Director, HG Living
Located close to the ‘Newcastle Helix’ innovation district, it is well-placed for Newcastle University’s Business School, Urban Sciences Building and INTO centre.
Excellent public transport links, including nearby train and metro stations, make it easy to get around and explore the wider region.
With a full-time student population exceeding 50,000 across Newcastle’s two established universities, there is a high demand for quality student accommodation. The development is set to play a crucial role in meeting this demand, providing a comfortable and convenient home for both domestic and international students.
“A huge thank you to our dedicated project team and supply chain partners who worked tirelessly to make this early handover possible. This achievement is testament to HG Construction’s commitment to quality, programme certainty and collaborative delivery.
“Congratulations to all involved!”
HG Construction
The wider project team for Sheares Hall PBSA development includes architect and principal designer – rg+p; structural engineer – Frame Engineers; M&E – Eden First; fire consultant – Orion Fire Engineering; landscape architect – BD Landscape Architects; interior designer – Project Studio; and employer’s agent, quantity surveying, and clerk of works services – Rund.
“Welcome to Sheares Hall – Newcastle’s newest student accommodation and the only brand-new build for the upcoming academic year.”
Prestige Student Living
