Student Accommodation in Leicester (2025 Guide)

Low Cost64 properties45,000+ students

Everything you need to know about finding student accommodation in Leicester. I analyzed 64 properties to find you the best deals, safest areas, and honest advice.

£79
Cheapest/week
*Prices may vary
£174
Average/week
*Prices may vary
3/5
Nightlife
64
Properties

Universities in Leicester

University of LeicesterDe Montfort University

Leicester has approximately 45,000+ students across 2 universities.

Best Areas to Live

1City Centre

Near DMU, walkable, PBSA

£150
/week avg

2Clarendon Park

Student houses, nice area

£110
/week avg

3Highfields

Budget, diverse, mixed

£90
/week avg

4Oadby

Near UoL campus, suburban

£120
/week avg

Pros of Leicester

  • +Excellent value
  • +Central UK location
  • +Diverse city, great food
  • +Compact and walkable
  • +Close to bigger cities

Cons of Leicester

  • -Nightlife is limited
  • -Smaller student scene
  • -Some rough areas
  • -Less exciting than other options

Transport Links

Excellent - 1hr to London, 30min to Birmingham

Our Verdict

Leicester is the strategic budget choice. Great location, low costs, diverse city. Less exciting student life but you graduate with less debt.

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