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Award Winner 2024

The Saxons, LE1

By Centrick - Built for Renters

Award winner 2024

4.81

4.81

(53 reviews)

The Saxons comprises one and two bedroom apartments, with light from large, wrap-around windows. Although the development is in one of the most central locations in the city, each unit has been designed to offer privacy that feels removed from the hustle and bustle outside. With the city’s largest shopping centre located just across the road, those living at The Saxons can not only enjoy all of the on-site amenities, but also have easy access to a range of dining, entertainment, and retail options right on their doorstep.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 11 in Leicester

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The Wullcomb, LE1

By Way of Life

Award winner 2024

4.72

4.72

(239 reviews)

£725-£1,025 pcm

1, 2 beds

The Wullcomb is a Build to Rent development managed by Way of Life, located in the heart of Leicester. The building offers 297 apartments with a mix of spacious Manhattan studios alongside one and two-bedroom apartments. Residents have the option of choosing a furnished or unfurnished apartment. Additionally, there are a wide range of facilities and amenities on site. These include 24h concierge, secure car park and cycle storage, a rooftop terrace, a shared kitchen and dining space with modern lounge and a private theatre room.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 11 in Leicester

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Queen Street Quarter, LE1

By BTR Operating Ltd.

4.5

4.50

(71 reviews)

A blend of classic and contemporary flats. A friendly, welcoming community of 230 homes. A prime city centre location. And a refreshing approach to renting. We think you’ll find that Queen Street Quarter is a special place to live. Imagine coming home to take a dip in the pool, relax in the coal-fired sauna, or a workout in our fully equipped, premium gym. Our stylish lounge and games room are perfect for unwinding when you’re feeling sociable. While the workspace makes working from home a pleasure. It’s central Leicester location means everything is a short walk away.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 11 in Leicester

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The Arches, LE3

By Native Communities

4.38

4.38

(60 reviews)

The Arches will transition its management from Cortland to Native on 30th June 2025.The Arches offers 184 brand new ready-to-rent apartments, close to Leicester city centre. With a choice of courtyard and riverside views, the studio, one and two bedrooms feature high quality appliances and are finished to a high standard. Amenities on offer include a resident's lounge, gym, media room and work space as well as secure underground parking and bike storage.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 11 in Leicester

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Merlin Wharf, LE3

By Cording Residential

Award winner 2023

4.31

4.31

(108 reviews)

Merlin Wharf, managed by Cording Residential, is located in Leicester city centre along the River Soar. Residents here benefit from a 24-hour concierge, river views, co-working spaces, gym, residents' lounge and cycle storage.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 11 in Leicester

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Louise (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Wullcomb, LE1

Nov 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A place to call home.

Louise (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Wullcomb, LE1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I’ve lived in Leicester all my life, therefore I know the area well, The Wullcomb is in close proximity to many of the bars, restaurants, shops and theatres. The local parks are also within a short walking distance. Bus and transport routes from the location are also a short walking distance. In terms of antisocial behaviour, The Wullcomb is a concierge managed building; and in the 6 years at the location personally have not come across any issues.

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

Any issues I have raised have been dealt with in a timely manner via the resident portal app.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

N/a as I was well advised of all required information prior to moving in.


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Nickie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Wullcomb, LE1

Nov 2025

5
5
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5

Can not recommend highly enough. Fantastic place to live.

Nickie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Wullcomb, LE1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Absolutely love living here and as a young girl living independently feel safe and secure. Always someone on hand to contact if I ever need it. My parcels are always taken in safely which is so helpful.

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

Yes. I have had minimal problems but washing machine, smoke detectors and a broken toilet were attended to quickly and efficiently.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Nothing to report. The only possible thing would be that sometimes it is difficult for visitors to park.


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Dr Gopal (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Understand tenant pain point find an alternative solution that works

Dr Gopal (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Property Management To day I had a tough day with hyperoptic our building provider , inspite of several chasers in the last 35days they could not solve my upgrade for Internet. Charlotte came to my rescue exactly at the right time 0400am to 0900am for one of my toughest 4 hour online certification exam. Her alternative support to execute my task was wonderful. I can never forget this day . I successfully cleared the most difficult and very expensive full of effort in the last 3 months study. Key point. Understand the tenants urgent need and find an alternative to help him over come his issue. Well done Charlotte 👏

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

Always ready to help. Many crucial issues addresses within their control.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

New building good location used to be a very old hospital.

Manager response

Hello Dr Gopal, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review, your feedback is super important. I am so sorry that you have had a hard time recently with our third party WIFI provider, we will do everything in our power to push this issue for you so that they can resolve. We will take you feedback on board. If there is ever anything you need, do not hesitate to contact us. All the best!

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Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Nov 2025


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Ohm (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

The building is a great place overall

Ohm (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very close to shops, train station and city center. Lots of transport link around the area. Very quiet area with minimal noise pollution.

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

Charlotte is always nice and helpful with all sort of questions I have.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Securing a monthly parking spot across the street (Junior st) is very beneficial if no spot is available at the building.

Manager response

Hello Ohm, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love to hear your feedback! Please come and tell us more regarding the parking this is very interesting, also any recommendations to our gym we can certainly look into but as you know it will depend on the size. If there is anything we can help you with during your time here, always happy to assist. All the best!

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Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Nov 2025


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Jiahao Zhao (Tenant)

Unverified

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A nice renting experience

Jiahao Zhao (Tenant)

Unverified

The Saxons, LE1

Nov 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Nice locations and management team! A bit easy to lost as it is too big. 404 I would hundred percent recommend my friends to rent here if they need it.

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

Building management team respond our problem raised effectively

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Book a parking space in advance maybe as I think the car park is a bit full

Manager response

Hello Jiahao, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review, your feedback is super important to us. I apologise regarding the entrance gate, we are looking into having this main road Bike Store door accessible , we need it to be save and secure which at the movement it isn't quite, hence why we cannot allow entry through it . Once it is again we will let you know If there is ever anything you need, do not hesitate to contact us. All the best!

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Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Nov 2025


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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