Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Leicester

Leicester's two universities, the University of Leicester and Montfort University of Leicester, welcome a large number of international students every year. Thanks to this, even though in winter there are not a wide variety of activities to do, you will surely have a good time making different plans with the other young people who are in the city.

The preferred option for international students to live in Leicester is to live in a shared flat with other flatmates, which makes the experience more fun on a day-to-day basis than living on your own.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Leicester 

Here are some of the most outstanding aspects of living in a shared flat in the English city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Leicester 

• This city is one of the cheapest to live in, in the UK, so renting a shared flat is usually quite affordable for a student's budget.

• You will be accompanied on those days when the grey and rainy weather negatively affects your mood.

• The rooms can be part of both a private apartment and a residence, so you will be able to choose the type of accommodation you prefer.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Leicester 

• The climate in Leicester is quite cold throughout the year and in some cases, the cost of heating is not included in the rental price. To avoid very high bills at the end of the month you have to reach an agreement with your colleagues about its use.

• The only space that you are going to have completely for yourself is going to be your room. As so it is important that you decorate it and make it cosy, in addition to trying to have a window to let in outside light.

App for your international exchange in Leicester 

You can use different Apps to make your stay in Leicester the best it can be. Some of the universities have their own apps, such as the University of Leicester, and in some of them, you will be able to view notifications of events, email, class schedule and instructions to carry out different procedures.

How to meet people in Leicester?

In addition to befriending your flatmates, you can meet people in different ways:

Student associations in Leicester 

Universities in Leicester have student associations that are part of the Students' Union. There are more than 200 associations that cover a wide spectrum of interests, from sports to different nationalities, religions, talents and interests. Student associations also often offer discounts in different areas, such as transport, bars and restaurants.

Facebook groups for international students in Leicester 

There are different Facebook groups that you will be able to join when you go to Leicester as a student. One of them is called 'Leicester Student Life', which belongs to the University of Leicester, in which you can find out about different activities happening in the city and join them.

Whatsapp groups for international students in Leicester 

On many occasions, from Facebook groups and associations, WhatsApp groups (or other messaging services) are created in which students can connect and organize plans, as well as to support each other to solve doubts that arise when arriving in the city.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Leicester

Here are some tips for living in shared flats in Leicester:

• The nightlife in Leicester tends to be more lively in the streets of the city centre. Take this into account when deciding if you want to live near the party areas or if you prefer to choose a quieter neighbourhood, such as Braunstone Town.

• Most of the flats are renovated and have good insulation for winter. When it comes to heating, you have to know if it is included in utility bills or if it’s not included. Remember that winter in Leicester is very cold.

Frequently asked queries about sharing a flat in Leicester

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