
A guide to living in Leicester
Average location score
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Excellent
80%
Very Good
14%
Average
4%
Disappointing
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Very poor
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Best places to live in Leicester
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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The Saxons, LE1
By Centrick - Built for Renters
4.81
(34 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 10 in Leicester

The Wullcomb, LE1
By Way of Life
4.73
(234 reviews)
£725-£1,025 pcm
1, 2 beds
Ranked 2nd out of 10 in Leicester

Queen Street Quarter, LE1
By BTR Operating Ltd.
4.49
(69 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 10 in Leicester

The Arches, LE3
By Cortland
4.45
(58 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 10 in Leicester

Merlin Wharf, LE3
By Cording Residential
4.29
(106 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 10 in Leicester
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Justin D (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
The location provides a balance between city access and a quieter environment.
Justin D (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It is close to Leicester Railway Station, East Midlands Airport is just 18.8 miles away, facilitating both domestic and international travel . The local area is home to esteemed institutions like the University of Leicester and De Montfort University, offering a range of academic programs. Bad Aspects: Due to its is near the city centre, we experience traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. This normally affects commuting times and overall convenience for drivers during the peak hours.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management team always try their possible best to respond to issues I have raised in the past promptly and they always come up with solutions that are more efficient. They always explain in detail and a very helpful way when they don’t have immediate solution to solve problems. And they try every possible means to get the issues resolved in a timely way.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The energy meters are not in a good condition which makes it difficult to get an accurate meter reading. This has resulted to the energy bills being estimated and it actually costly. The meters should be in a good condition immediately to prevent the residents being over charged and to enable me take accurate readings when possible.
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Sym (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
Best building with best staff and most amazing events
Sym (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is awesome to live since there is a londis close and a big Tesco. It is also a close walk to high cross so lots of restaurants and shopping. There is good parking available. Abbey park is also a close walk away for the summer and warmer days. It is a perfect location as it is out of the centre so is never loud but close enough to be convenient and for everywhere to be walkable.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They have always responded very quickly and have tried their best to help sort out our issues. Anytime they are in the office everyone is very friendly and eager to help with any problems.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I’d known how many events the building put on because I was already very convinced about moving in but if I’d known about all the others such as breakfast on Fridays, Easter egg hunt, valentines paint n sip, ect, I would have been more even persuaded.
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Prakasam (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
Spacious & Well located - But Limited car parking
Prakasam (Tenant)
Verified Resident
The Arches, LE3
Apr 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The apartment location is good..Very peaceful location and nearby high street and city Center However, there is a problem in getting car parking slot…Not sure when you’re going to get a slot and its tough to park somewhere outside of the building and commute daily..It would have awesome if everyone get allocated parking
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Sometimes quick and sometimes need to follow up multiple times
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The next availability of car parking slot.. At least some timeframe
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Manager response
Dear Prakasam, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re so pleased to hear you’re enjoying the facilities and peaceful location, and that you feel at home in the community. We do understand how important convenient parking is and recognise the frustration when availability isn’t immediate. We’re continuing to explore ways to improve this aspect and will ensure all residents are kept informed of any updates. If there’s anything further you’d like to discuss, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Best Regards, Your Team at The Arches
Posted by
Matthew Frost, Marketing Coordinator
Apr 2025

Dave P (Tenant)
The Arches, LE3
Mar 2025
Generally very good
Dave P (Tenant)
The Arches, LE3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Noise from external forces ie student block over road!!! Shops resterants all on door step. Parks within walking distance.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very well but stop taking advice from site maintenance team/ person on aspects they now nothing about!!!
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Everything on door step resterants shops parks ect.....
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CiniDre (Tenant)
The Arches, LE3
Mar 2025
Wonderful home in Leicester
CiniDre (Tenant)
The Arches, LE3
Mar 2025
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Great place, lovely staff and facilities! Area is so quiet, some students outside but not loud. Easy access to bus and city centre
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Always fast and efficient . Has always done everything he could to solve any issues
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
That would only get one key but otherwise I have no complaints
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Dear CiniDre, Thank you for sharing such a lovely review. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying your home, especially the gym, the events, and the support from our team. Creating a welcoming and well-maintained environment is a top priority for us, so it’s brilliant to know it’s being felt. We appreciate your note on the key access and will keep this in mind when reviewing future move-in experiences. Best Regards, Your Team at The Arches
Posted by
Matthew Frost, Marketing Coordinator
Apr 2025
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