Why Leicester is a connected city with plenty to discover
- 23rd Sept 26
Leicester combines city-centre convenience with history, culture, universities, shopping and green space. It is a place where residents can build everyday routines around walkable amenities while remaining connected to London, Birmingham, Nottingham and the wider Midlands.
Everything within reach
The Saxons is a Build to Rent development of one and two-bedroom apartments in Leicester city centre. Its location places residents close to shops, restaurants, cafés, entertainment, universities and transport links. Highcross Leicester and Leicester Market provide different shopping experiences, while local restaurants and independent businesses give residents plenty to explore beyond the main retail areas.
History and culture on the doorstep
Leicester's identity is visible throughout the city centre. Leicester Cathedral and the King Richard III Visitor Centre connect the modern city with its history, while the city's cultural venues, communities and food scene give it a character of its own.
For residents who want a change of pace, Abbey Park and New Walk provide opportunities to step away from the busiest city streets without travelling far.
A well connected place to live
Leicester railway station connects the city with London, Birmingham, Nottingham and other destinations. De Montfort University and the University of Leicester bring students, research, employment and a diverse population into the city.
Road connections via the A6, A46 and M1 also make Leicester a practical base for people working across the Midlands or travelling regularly.
Space to work relax and connect
The Saxons combines furnished apartments with a residents' gym, lounge, co-working space and landscaped courtyard. This gives residents options beyond their apartment, whether they want to exercise, work away from their kitchen table or spend time in a shared area.
A Resident Experience Team is available on site, and community activities are designed to help neighbours meet. Residents are also encouraged to put forward ideas for events and gatherings of their own.
Recognition shaped by resident feedback
The development's brochure reports that The Saxons has been ranked the leading Build to Rent community in Leicester on HomeViews, based on verified feedback from residents. It also records HomeViews recognition during 2024 and 2025 across management, value, location, facilities, design and overall excellence.
For prospective residents, independent feedback can provide a useful perspective alongside a viewing. It is still worth reading recent reviews closely and considering which comments relate to the aspects of renting that matter most to you.
A home for different stages of city life
The Saxons accepts applications from a range of renters, including students and people relocating from overseas, subject to its checks and requirements. Furnished homes and included standard broadband can help simplify a move, particularly for someone arriving in Leicester for the first time.
With pet-friendly policies, shared spaces and long-term rental options, the development is designed to offer more than a short stop in the city. It provides a base from which residents can settle in and discover Leicester at their own pace.