Leicester

Leicester is an increasingly popular option for property hunters seeking homes in the Midlands. House prices were enjoying a boom prior to the uncertainties of 2020 and are expected to bounce back thanks to the city’s strong economy. Historically connected to the textiles industry, retailers like Next, Asos and New Look have major sites in the city. Firms like KPMG, HSBC and British Gas also have offices there. Walker’s Crisps is also based in Leicester, operating the world’s largest crisp factory!

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Average Location Score

Excellent

78%

Very Good

14%

Average

6%

Disappointing

1%

Very Poor

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Best places to live in Leicester

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Leicester Abbey Monastery

Areas to consider

The centre of Leicester is undergoing significant redevelopment. Many new developments are providing high quality housing within easy reach of the amenities and transport options the centre provides.

The Wullcomb rental development by Way of Life was rated by residents as one of the top 3 BTR (Build to Rent) developments in the UK in 2020. This highly popular building took third place in the 2020 HomeViews BTR awards with an impressive overall score of 4.88 out of 5. However, new BTR developments are currently in construction in Leicester, and will seek to challenge The Wullcomb for its crown!

Outside central Leicester there are a number of very popular suburbs and commuter towns that attract large numbers of buyers and tenants. Syston is a commuter town 3 miles outside Leicester that offers suburban living with easy transport connections into the city and also to Nottingham, Lincoln and Loughborough.

Glenfield, Oadby and Braunstone are also very popular locations. These peripheral towns and villages offer excellent value, attractive properties and plenty of green spaces.

 

leicester motorway

Transport and amenities

It location right in the centre of England makes Leicester one of the UK’s best-connected cities. Leicester station provides swift rail services to Birmingham, Sheffield and further afield via CrossCountry and East Midlands Trains. Direct trains to London St Pancras take just over an hour to reach the capital.

By car, the M1 motorway provides extremely easy access to London to the south and Leeds and Sheffield in the north. The east and west of the country are also within easy reach via the M40, M6, A1, etc.

Leicester also offers good transport links to frequent flyers, with East Midlands Airport located within a 30-minute drive of the city. Direct flights connect to national and European destinations. Airlines such as Ryanair, TUI and Jet2.com operate from this convenient local hub.

The wullcomb le1 communal space

Reviews

History buffs like me will appreciate that cultural attractions are round the corner: Leicester Cathedral, the King Richard lll museum and the Jewry Wall.
– ZC, Verified Resident on HomeViews, The Wullcomb LE1

The Wullcomb is unlike anything else in Leicester. Located in the heart of the city centre, local amenities from one of the largest shopping centres (Highcross Shopping Centre) in the midlands at your doorstep, to fine dining and essential public transport, there’s nothing which can rival this level of luxury and quality.
– Arvinder Singh, Verified Resident on HomeViews, The Wullcomb LE1

Great location with very nice atmosphere and amazing people. Made so many new friends thanks to the wonderful people who actually live here as well. There is a lot of very nice bars around as the property is located in the cultural quarters. And there are many shops near by.
– Claudia Ruszkowska, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Queen Street Apartments LE1

 

Reviews in Leicester

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Great location

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Review Date Jul 2024

Nice quiet area in the city centre, not much noise, walking distance from cafes, bars and shops. Good car park also

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Great facilities , swimming pool, communal lounge etc
Nice design of the outside of the building, some apartments more modern than others
Needs modernising in terms of the stair way etc and there being no lift is awkward when moving in and out, shopping etc.

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That when they changed management the customer service would go down

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Poorly, rude staff
No concern for the residents at all anymore

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3
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5
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Good livable development.

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Review Date Jul 2024

The range and quality of local shops and restaurants is good. There’s a decent mix of chain stores and independent retailers, ensuring most needs are met within a short distance. Transport links are generally convenient, with reliable bus and train services in close vicinity.Bin collections are regular and efficient, but there have been occasional missed pickups.

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Living in my development has been a mixed experience. The design of the buildings is modern and aesthetically pleasing. The facilities are impressive, including a gym and communal area, which are well-maintained and offer great spaces for relaxation and exercise. There are some issues with building maintenance but overall living environment is comfortable.

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I have not faced any major issues as such to share with any new neighbours coming to this building.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They are usually quick to respond with some issues taking time to solve depending on the situations.

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5
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Well designed and maintained development.

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Review Date Jul 2024

This development is located in the close vicinity of city centre and transportation. Evrything is easily accessible. Good parking spaces available however there are some anti social activities in the neighborhood development but not that serious.

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The property is very designed and the USP is it being across the canal which gives a beautiful view. Building has a nice podium to spend some quality time and ample parking space.
It is managed in a good way with all securities in place. The newly developed community area is best place to chill out or host small parties.

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There is no such thing which I feel I should have known before as I did all the checks before moving in.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

So far have not faced any major issues but while we shifted to this place, had some minor issues which were dealt with swiftly.

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3
Design
5
Location
4
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4
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Beautiful views and good quality flats

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Review Date Jul 2024

Very good location in terms of proximity to city centre and nearby amenities.
Lovely nearby canal/river walks linking to larger parks.
Parking availability is quite limited but convenient and safe if you are lucky enough to be allocated a space.

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Nice design and the properties are practical. The views on the south side overlooking the gardens and river are beautiful.
My furnished flat came with good quality practical pieces.
The gym has the basic equipment and weights and is sufficient for most needs.

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Keep an eye out on the active building app- there are often announcements such as available parking spaces, resale of furniture, maintenance announcements which can be useful.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

When I had problems with the dishwasher these were swiftly acted on

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Facilities
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Design
4
Location
3
Value
5
Management
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