 In a feature about student housing in the city, the University of Sussex edition of online student newspaper "The Tab" claimed that "Elm Grove is probably the most average student area in Great Britain", with "decent" houses and atmosphere and "normal" levels of rent.In April 2013, the council introduced new Article Four Directions for HMO and student housing in the five wards with the highest density of such housing, including Hanover & Elm Grove ward.Planning permission is now required before a house can be converted for multiple occupancy.