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Newarke Point, Leicester

8 Newarke Close, LE2 7GZ

Newarke Point puts you at the centre of it all—modern, comfortable student living in the heart of Leicester. Choose from stylish ensuite rooms or fully self-contained studio flats, perfect for students who want their own space without missing out on a sense of community.

Located at 8 Newarke Close (LE2 7GZ), it's just a short stroll to top universities and essential local hotspots. Whether you're hitting the books or exploring the city, Newarke Point makes student life simple, social, and stress-free.

Universities Nearby: 

Newarke Point is conveniently located just a 9-minute walk from De Montfort University, making it an ideal choice for students attending this institution. Additionally, Leicester College on Welford Road is only a 22-minute walk away, while the Leicester College of Performing Arts is a short 19-minute train ride, offering excellent connectivity to various academic institutions in the area.

 

Why Choose Newarke Point, Leicester?

Convenient Transport Links

Bus Stops Nearby:

  • St Nicholas Circle (Stand FB): 8-minute walk
  • Welford Place (Stand EM): 10-minute walk
  • Pocklingtons Walk (Stand EQ): 10-minute walk

Train Access:

  • Rutland Street (Stand EK): 10-minute walk 
  • Leicester Train Station: 13-minute walk
  • Leicester North: 52 minutes walk
  • South Wigston: 67 minutes walk
  • Narborough: 97 minutes walk

Vibrant Locale

  • Groceries: Stock up on essentials at Tesco Express or visit Leicester Market for fresh produce.
  • Dining & Entertainment: Grab a bite at Domino’s, and unwind with a coffee at Bru Coffee & Gelato. For a night out, check out The Cookie for live music.
  • Shopping: Spend your weekends shopping at the Highcross Shopping Centre, home to a variety of high-street brands.

Iconic Attractions Nearby

  • Victoria Park: Ideal for outdoor relaxation. 
  • New Walk Museum: A perfect spot to enjoy cultural exhibits.
  • Leicester Cathedral & Castle Gardens: Explore local history and relax in the gardens.
  • Leicester Comedy Festival: One of the UK’s most significant comedy events. 

 

Room Options

  • Ensuite: A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
  • Studio: A self-contained flat with everything you need in one room, including a private kitchen and bathroom.

 

Facilities and Amenities at Newarke Point, Leicester

In-Room Amenities:

  • Wi-Fi: Stay connected with fast internet
  • Fridge: Keep your essentials fresh
  • Microwave: Quick and easy meal prep
  • Electric Stove: Perfect for cooking meals
  • Utility Bills Included: No extra costs

Community Features:

  • 24x7 Dedicated Support: Help whenever needed
  • CCTV: Ensuring your safety
  • Lounge Area: Relax and hang out with fellow students
  • Bike Storage: Secure storage for bicycles
  • Laundry Room: Convenient on-site laundry
  • Communal Relaxing & Study Area: Perfect for studying or socialising
  • Vending Machine: Grab a snack whenever you need

This Leicester student accommodation offers a prime location, top-notch amenities, and a welcoming community, making it a standout choice for students seeking to maximise their time in the city.

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Room Options

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Stay 7 weekMove in 2025-07-25Advance Rent £250Rent £119 / week
Stay 44 weekMove in 2025-09-19Advance Rent £250Rent £152 / week
Stay 3 weekMove in 2025-05-03Advance Rent £250Rent £119 / week
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Stay 13 weekMove in 2025-09-19Advance Rent £250Rent £162 / week
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Facilities in Newarke Point, Leicester

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Explore Beyond Newarke Point, Leicester

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8 mins walk
places iconWelford Place (Stand EM)

10 mins walk
places iconPocklingtons Walk (Stand EQ)

10 mins walk
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13 mins walk
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12 mins walk
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Nearby Locations

  • Bar: The Orange Tree, Revolution
  • Entertainment: Curve Theatre, O2 Academy Leicester
  • Restaurant: Turtle Bay, The Smoke Haus
  • Shopping Centre: Highcross Leicester, Haymarket Shopping Centre
  • Supermarket: Tesco, Sainsbury's

Location & Maps

location8 Newarke Close, LE2 7GZ
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Payments

Booking Fee: You are required to pay £250 as advance rent payment.(Adjustable in rent).
Instalment plan: If you are a student with a permanent UK home address then you will usually have the option of paying in one, three or seven instalments. If your permanent home address is outside the UK then you have the option of paying in one, two or four instalments.
Note: If you choose to pay your rent in instalments, an additional charge of up to GBP 99 may also apply.
Guarantor: UK or International guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Debit/credit card, Bank transfer.

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House Policies

Cancellation Policy

Cooling Off Period

1. Unless you have already collected the keys to the accommodation, you may cancel your booking by writing or completing our Cancellation Form, at any time during the 7 days after Property send you an e-mail confirming your booking is complete (the “7 Day Cooling-Off Period”). If your Tenancy is for a room in Wales, please contact us directly as a different cooling off period may apply. If you do that, you will not be charged and Property will return your deposit or any Advance Rent Payments you have made.

2. Once the 7 Day Cooling-Off-Period has expired, you will have to pay all amounts due under your Tenancy Agreement unless a replacement Tenant is found for your Room in accordance with this policy, or you enter a new Tenancy with Property Manager. To be considered a replacement Tenant, the individual would need to be a student who is eligible to book a Property Manager room in the usual way.

Replacement Tenants – Before your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

3. If you have proposed a replacement Tenant prior to your Tenancy Start Date, Property Manager has complete discretion as to whether it:

a. accepts the proposed replacement Tenant and enters into a Tenancy Agreement with them;

b. places the room back on general sale; or

c. allocates the room to an alternative student on a waiting list to enter into a Tenancy Agreement.

Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement on the date seven days after any of the above has occurred.

Replacement Tenants – After your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

4. If a replacement Tenant is found for your Room after your Tenancy Start Date, Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement from the start date of the replacement Tenant's new Tenancy Agreement. If you have occupied the Room prior to this, you will be charged £50.00 to cover our costs of preparing the Room for the replacement Tenant.

No Place No Pay – applicable to 1st year students only.

5. If you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and your offer of a place at your preferred University/Higher Education Institution is withdrawn by the University/Higher Education Institution as a result of you not achieving their required entry grades, you may be eligible to be released from your Tenancy Agreement. You may also be eligible to be released from the Tenancy Agreement if you are a prospective first year undergraduate student and you choose to go to a different University because you have exceeded your expected grades. To apply to be released from this agreement in the circumstances referred to above, you will need to supply us with a copy of:

d. a written rejection letter from your chosen university/college or UCAS or a screen shot of your UCAS status which confirms that the required results were not achieved; or

e. a copy of the proof of acceptance of your new university by UCAS adjustment.

6. These document(s) must be received by us within 7 calendar days from the date your results are published. Please complete our Cancellation Form with your documents. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. 

International Cancellation Policy:- 

These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.

Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;
After the Cooling Off Period - Once the Cooling Off Period has expired the Tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the tenancy unless they want to cancel with one of these 3 conditions:
No Place No Pay: the provisions for No Place No Pay set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply, save that this option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
No Visa No Pay:if the student doesn’t get their visa to come and study in the UK, the student must send us the visa application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
No ATAS certificate, No Pay: Some international students coming to the UK to study in very specific fields need to apply for an ATAS certificate. (Academic Technology Approval Scheme). If a student’s ATAS certificate application is rejected the student must send us the ATAS certificate application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided Property are satisfied, Property will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.

The cancellation requests along with the proof documents must be sent by the student, from the email address they have registered their account with Property Manager and must be sent.

If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded via mail.

Replacement Tenants – Before your Tenancy Start Date has occurred

If you have proposed a replacement Tenant prior to your Tenancy Start Date, Property Manager has complete discretion as to whether it:

a. accepts the proposed replacement Tenant and enters into a Tenancy Agreement with them;

b. places the room back on general sale; or

c. allocates the room it to an alternative student on a waiting list to enter into a Tenancy Agreement.

Property will release you from your Tenancy Agreement on the date seven days after any of the above has occurred.

The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.

Frequent Asked Question (FAQ's)

What is platform fees?

The Platform Fee is a one-time charge that prioritizes your booking and grants access to exclusive pre and post-landing services, potentially saving up to £1,500. This fee is refundable if UniAcco cannot secure the room category and property you select.

Is it Refundable?

You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of payment, after which platform fees will not be refunded (To be added on Cancellation Policy also)

Will the booking fee be refunded to the student?

Fee is non-refundable in case the student decides to swap their accommodation from a non-commissionable property to a commissionable property. Platform Fee is refundable to the student if they decide to cancel their booking within the defined “UniAcco Cooling Off Period”. This period will be upto 48 hours from the months April-September and 5 days from the months October-March.

Why should a student book with UniAcco and not directly with the Property Manager?

We will assist the student with the entire booking process. End-to-end handling of the cancellation process for the student. (Platform Fee won’t be refundable to the student in this scenario). Post Move-In Assistance to the student.

Is it possible to prolong my tenancy?

Certainly, if your current room is still vacant, we would be delighted to extend your stay. Kindly get in touch with us, we will be pleased to facilitate this arrangement for you.

Is there parking provided at my accommodation, and what is the associated cost?

Parking is available at some of our properties, and students can reserve spaces on a first-come-first-served basis. The parking fee varies depending on the property.
For details on parking availability at your accommodation, refer to your property welcome guide. Locate your welcome guide here.

Why is my credit no longer visible on my statement?

If there's a credit on your account, it will no longer be displayed on your account statement. However, if you have an upcoming future instalment (within the next 10 days), any previously shown credit on your account has now been utilized to offset the upcoming instalment. This means that the rent will be deducted, with the amount being reduced by the credit on your account.

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