Sure, here are seven areas in Portsmouth that students may want to avoid:

  1. Gunwharf Quays: Known for its upscale shops and expensive living costs.
  2. Old Portsmouth: While charming, it tends to have limited affordable student accommodation in portsmouth.
  3. Southsea Seafront: Can be noisy and crowded, with higher rents due to its proximity to the beach.
  4. Port Solent: Primarily residential and more suited to families than students.
  5. Hilsea: Located further from university campuses and lacks the vibrant student atmosphere found in other areas.
  6. Cosham: Mostly residential and lacking in student amenities and social scene.
  7. Fratton: While affordable, it has a reputation for being less safe and less student-friendly compared to other areas.