I lived off campus with a woman. She was very kind and welcoming… Also a former Queen Mary’s student was there to share his experience and give advice on things to do there. I contacted this person through the stmary website and he was very helpful. Also, if you live far from campus, living outdoors can affect your social life. But I lived 10 minutes from campus, so I could go there anytime. Life outside is probably quiet as the fire alarm went off in the building at 2am and everyone had to go outside (it was 4 degrees, which was pretty shocking).