Southampton is a port city with a lively student scene. Highfield is the main student area near UoS.
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Highfield is the student neighbourhood near the University of Southampton
Portswood Road has all the essentials — supermarkets, cafes, takeaways
West Quay shopping centre is in the city centre
The New Forest is nearby for day trips
See Southampton community posts
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