Area image of Leicestershire

A guide to living in Leicestershire

Excellent

73.1

Very Good

19.0

Average

5.4

Disappointing

1.4

Very poor

1.0

Best places to live in Leicestershire

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.

Viewing 1-5 out of 53

Development image of The Saxons, LE1
Rental Only
Award Winner 2024

The Saxons, LE1

By Centrick - Built for Renters

Award winner 2024

4.8

4.80

(46 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 35 in Leicestershire

View development
Development image of The Wullcomb, LE1
Rental Only
Award Winner 2024

The Wullcomb, LE1

By Way of Life

Award winner 2024

4.72

4.72

(237 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 35 in Leicestershire

View development
Development image of Queen Street Quarter, LE1
Rental Only

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 35 in Leicestershire

View development
Development image of The Arches, LE3
Rental Only

The Arches, LE3

By Native Communities

4.37

4.37

(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 35 in Leicestershire

View development
Development image of Merlin Wharf, LE3
Rental Only
Award Winner 2023

Merlin Wharf, LE3

By Cording Residential

Award winner 2023

4.27

4.27

(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 35 in Leicestershire

View development

Page 1 of 11

Featured developments in Leicestershire

Loading

Latest Reviews in Leicestershire

1050 total reviews

Viewing 1-5 out of 1050

Shariwa (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Oct 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

WISH I FOUND THE SAXONS SOONER

Shariwa (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Oct 2025

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

The Saxons delivers far more than just a modern apartment it offers a community. It strikes an excellent balance between privacy and connection. You get the perks of central city living. We have Highcross mall 1 minute away , transport to all over and entertainment without feeling exposed or overwhelmed all within the area. The staff (special shout out to Charlotte) and the community genuinely contribute to a warm, helpful atmosphere. If you want a place that feels like home, where people care The Saxons hits that mark quite well.

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

Always helpful when ever we needed something. Awesome attitude.

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

Wish l had heard about it sooner .l would have moved here sooner

Manager response

Hello Shariwa, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love to hear your feedback. We hope you continue to be very happy here :) All the best!

Posted by

Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Oct 2025


HomeViews

Tate (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Oct 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

LIVING AT THE SAXONS💯

Tate (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Oct 2025

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

Awesome area. Close to everything you need. Plenty of parking areas, timely services and loads of friendly and helpful people all around .

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

They have been very attentive and helpful. Honestly we haven’t had any real issues since we moved in.

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

The rent you pay at the Saxons is worth every penny.

Manager response

Hello Tate, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love to hear your feedback and it means a lot. You are part of the family , always :) All the best!

Posted by

Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Oct 2025


HomeViews

Iram Q (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Arches, LE3

Sept 2025

2
2
This is rated 2.00 out of 5.00.
2

Nice place to live (if you have earplugs!) , poor value for money

Iram Q (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Arches, LE3

Sept 2025

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

Good: Well maintained common area downstairs, good co working space, spacious flats with good storage, good location, good proximity to shops. Bad: LOTS of antisocial behaviour from student buildings next door. Loud parties until the early hours of the morning, students taking nitrous oxide in the street and leaving rubbish everywhere. Not much parking in the building or outside of it. Often there are lots of cars double parked along double yellow lines and on the pavements. There have been issues with teenagers getting into the building and vandalising the building.

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

The onsite building management have always responded to any issues promptly and I have never had a problem with them. They have always been a lovely team who try to get things sorted as quickly as possible. They have always made attempts to make everyone in the building feel welcome.

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

I wish that I had known how bad the noise and anti-social behaviour would be from the nearby student building. I never would have moved in if I had known that I would consistently get a poor, interrupted sleep for at least 3-4 nights of the week (currently it is every single day!)


HomeViews

GG (Tenant)

The Saxons, LE1

Sept 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I’m glad I moved here. I don’t have anything to share on this topic.

GG (Tenant)

The Saxons, LE1

Sept 2025

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

Everything is great. Right across the street are loads of restaurants. There’s a bus stop right outside the building. The building has multiple exits making it easy to get around. The staff and tenants are extremely nice.

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

Yes they have so no complaints to report. I’m confident they will handled in the future too.

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

N/a I don’t have anything to share on this topic. Thanks

Manager response

Hello Gary, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love to hear your feedback and it has been a pleasure getting to know your family . If there is anything we can help you with during your time here, please pop down to reception or send us an email, always happy to assist. All the best!

Posted by

Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Oct 2025


HomeViews

Wunmi (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Sept 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live

Wunmi (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Saxons, LE1

Sept 2025

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

Great proximity to local shops, cinema, and St Margaret’s bus station. No anti social behaviour and minimal noise despite being a central area.

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

They have responded promptly to any complaints and issues.

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

Limited space for parking. Everything else was well explained prior to moving in.

Manager response

Hello Wunmi, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We love to hear your feedback and it means a lot. Apologies about the parking , we have a short waiting list now and John Lewis offer affordable and secure parking across the road from us too. We hope you continue to be very happy here. All the best!

Posted by

Charlotte Brown, Resident Experience Manger

Sept 2025


HomeViews

Page 1 of 210

These reviews are the subjective opinion of a HomeViews user and not of HomeViews

Useful articles