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The Golden Mile — Belgrave Road
20 min bus · BelgraveThe finest Indian food strip in the UK outside London — dozens of South Asian restaurants, sweet shops, and cafés on Belgrave Road. Bobby's and Sajjan are among the most celebrated. 20-minute bus from campus.
Queens Road — Clarendon Park
15 min walk · Clarendon ParkThe heart of Leicester's student café scene — independent coffee shops, the Tiny Bakery, Martin Bros Micropizzeria, and the Clarendon Arms pub. 15 minutes from campus and busy from morning to evening with students.
Leicester's Diwali Celebration
City-wide · NovemberLeicester hosts one of the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India each year — the Golden Mile lights up and Victoria Park holds a huge free event. For Indian students at Leicester, this is one of the most remarkable cultural experiences of any UK university city.
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Clarendon Park is by far the most popular — Queens Road has the best independent cafés and restaurants, and the area is 15 minutes from campus on foot. Highfields is popular with Indian students for its diverse community and proximity to the Golden Mile's South Asian food strip. Stoneygate is quieter and more residential, suited to postgrads. The city centre offers PBSA with zero commute but at higher rents.
Two things stand out. First, the Golden Mile on Belgrave Road is widely considered the finest Indian food strip in the UK outside London — a 20-minute bus from campus. Second, Leicester holds one of the largest Diwali celebrations outside India each November, centred on the Golden Mile and Victoria Park. For Indian students, Leicester provides the most familiar cultural environment of any university city in the UK outside London.
Yes. Most Leicester landlords accept international guarantors — the university has a large Indian student community and the rental market is experienced with overseas guarantors. Housing Hand is accepted for those requiring a UK-based guarantor.
Most listings include water, electricity, and broadband. Leicester is one of the most affordable university cities in the UK — shared houses in Clarendon Park average £90–£130/week, bills-inclusive.
The University of Leicester sits close to the city centre, making it one of the most convenient student campuses in the UK. Shared houses in Clarendon Park, New Walk and Leicester city centre offer a full student experience with easy access to campus, transport, and nightlife.
Acolyte Living only lists verified rooms and flats, so students can book with confidence and avoid hidden fees. Our Leicester properties are selected for proximity to campus, local amenities, and strong student communities.
Leicester is one of the UK's most affordable major student cities. The University of Leicester offers a strong academic reputation, while the city gives excellent value for money compared to London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
Student accommodation near the university often includes utilities and high-speed internet, which means students can move in without worrying about extra monthly bills.
Clarendon Park is the most popular student area, with cafés, markets, and a strong community feel. New Walk provides a quieter city-centre alternative with quick campus access, while Belgrave is ideal for students who want excellent South Asian food close by.
For those who prefer a short commute, Leicester city centre is only a 10 to 15 minute walk from university and offers strong transport links across the UK.
Leicester is more affordable than most UK student cities, but the best shared houses still go quickly. We recommend booking by April for September starts, especially for Clarendon Park and city centre homes.
Verified student homes near the University of Leicester.