Castle Court, Leicester

Located at 33 Castle Street, Leicester LE1 5WL, Castle Court places students right in the city centre and just a 1-minute walk from De Montfort University. This student accommodation Leicester offers modern en-suite rooms, all-inclusive bills, a cinema room, bike storage, laundry facilities, and social areas with games. Leicester Railway Station is less than a mile away, while Castle Gardens, cafes, and cultural attractions are all within easy walking distance. Safety features like CCTV also provide added peace of mind.

Where is Castle Court accommodation located?

Located in the Leicester City Centre, the exact address of this student accommodation is 33 Castle Street, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE1 5WL, United Kingdom. The great thing here is that De Montfort University (DMU) is a 1-minute walk away with bus stops like Southgates (Stand FE) (0.2 miles) nearby, so students can reach the university easily, and travelling across town is also not a problem. When students need a breath of fresh air, Castle Gardens (2 min walk) is quick to reach. Not only that, but The Leicester Guildhall (0.7 miles) also provides a great spot for breaks and Subway (0.2 miles, 6 min walk) and Cafe No:7 (0.2 miles, 6 min walk) are also close by for when students want to get some food. Overall, the Castle Court Leicester provides an all-inclusive and well-connected living environment.

Why is Castle Court housing a great choice for students?

Students find this accommodation an excellent option as it offers all the essentials that students require with modern amenities, all-inclusive rent and well-furnished ensuite rooms that provide your own sanctuary after back-to-back lectures. The amenities at Castle Court student accommodation include bike storage for those who commute by bike, laundry facilities so you don't have to worry about wash day, vending machine for late night snacking, cinema room, car parking, common area with foosball and pool table, common study space and facilities. What’s more, Leicester was ranked the #1 cheapest city in the UK for students to live in by the Unifresher 2025 Listing. This takes the pressure off students' wallets.

Not only that, but safety isn't an afterthought here. CCTV, 24/7 assistance, onsite service team, fire system, contents insurance and secure door access all give students peace of mind. Plus, Leicester city centre, where this student accommodation is located, holds the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation. This is an official gold standard award for cities that provide a safe, diverse, and well-managed nightlife environment.

Students at Castle Court Leicester will benefit from the following:

• With all-inclusive rent, there is no worrying about bills, which means students can concentrate on their studies.
• DMU is just a 1-minute walk – students can literally roll out of bed and still make it to a 9 am lecture.
• Social areas on site, such as a cinema room, pool table and foosball table, to blow off steam between assignments.
• Security 24/7, CCTV and secure door access ensure that students are safe at any time of the day or night.

Which universities and colleges are close to Castle Court Leicester?

This student accommodation is located right next door to De Montfort University (DMU) and is a 1-minute walk from the university. That's shorter than most people's microwave popcorn timer. In addition, Westcotes Library (0.5 miles, 11 min walk) and Leicester Central Library (0.5 miles, 12 min walk) are close to Castle Court accommodation for a quiet study spot.

Leicester is home to a number of strong companies, so students seeking an internship or placement can explore these opportunities. They can look into sectors like fashion, corporate retail, & e-commerce (companies like Next PLC, Dunelm Group), food manufacturing & fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) (companies like Walkers Crisps (PepsiCo), Samworth Brothers), heavy engineering & aerospace manufacturing (companies like Caterpillar UK, Triumph Motorcycles), technology, business consulting, & finance (companies like Cognizant, Accenture)

Some of the educational institutions that are super close to this accommodation are as follows:

What are some nearby places to explore around Castle Court accommodation?

This student housing is located in the heart of Leicester's finest hangouts, with eating spots like Peter Pizzeria 0.4 miles away (10 min walk), and Coffee House DMU is 0.2 miles away (5 min walk). So, students can easily grab a meal or go for an evening coffee near the Castle Court housing. THE CASTLE is only 0.1 miles (2 min walk) from your door, and is a must-visit for pub lovers.

Castle Gardens is 0.1 miles away (2 min walk) when you need 10 minutes of green in a concrete jungle. When students need a night out with some bad karaoke, Golden Beach Karaoke Bar is 0.2 miles (5 minutes). And when life gets stressful, The Gym Group is 0.5 miles (11 min walk) to burn off some of that stressful energy. St. Peter's Square (0.5 miles, 11 min walk) is also a student favourite spot to browse the latest clothing collections. Overall, this student accommodation UK has got gardens, cafes, sports, gyms, and hangout spots all within a casual stroll.

Plus, here are a few cultural gems that students can go to:

• King Richard III Visitor Centre (0.3 miles): This visitor centre is constructed over the real grave site of the unearthed English monarch. You'll find incredible interactive technology, and they offer a student ticket discount.
• National Space Centre (2.0 miles): The UK's largest planetarium, the National Space Centre features real rocket towers and deep space exhibits. They have amazing “Space Lates” evening events with music, drinks and late-night access.
• Leicester Museum & Art Gallery (1.1 miles): This grand structure on New Walk has real dinosaur skeletons and Ancient Egyptian mummies. It is a totally free location with huge, quiet research and study areas.
• Leicester Guildhall (0.7 miles): This beautiful timber-framed 14th-century hall is said to be very haunted. It regularly hosts atmospheric student drama, pop-up cinema nights and live acoustic music.

How well-connected is Castle Court student accommodation for daily travel?

Castle Court residence is extremely well connected with bus stops like Southgates (Stand FE) (0.2 miles) and St Nicholas Circle (Stand FD) (0.2 miles), so you're never far from a ride. And a major benefit is Leicester Railway Station, which is only 0.9 miles away. This terminal is located on two key rail corridors in the UK, the Midland Main Line and the Birmingham to Stansted Line (CrossCountry).

What’s more, Leicester has a Walk Score of 90+ and is considered a Walker's Paradise, which means students don’t need a car here. From lectures to late-night snacks, everything is within reach. When it comes to costs, students here spend anywhere from around £12 to £20/week on transport. That's just under 3 cups from the campus coffee shop. Plus, the station is directly linked to London, Sheffield, Nottingham and Birmingham with no complex transfers. That's a gamechanger for placement years or weekend adventures.

Here are some of the nearby transit links that are frequently used by students:

What does the rent at Castle Court cover?

All utility bills, including heating, water, electricity, and Wi-Fi, are covered in your rent at this accommodation, so there is less mental math with multiple payments every month. Students generally spend around £180–£350/week to live in Leicester.

• Rent Inclusion: heating, water, electricity, Ultrafast Broadband & Wi-Fi.
• Amenities: Bike storage, laundry, vending machine, cinema room, car parking, common area with foosball and pool table, communal study space, recycling.
• Safety & Security Features: CCTV, 24/7 assistance, onsite service team, fire system, contents insurance, secure door access.

What type of students should choose Castle Court accommodation?

Castle Court suits students who like having everything close at hand without feeling rushed. With De Montfort University just around the corner and Leicester city centre on the doorstep, it works well for those who want an easy daily routine, a social atmosphere, and enough quiet spaces to focus when deadlines start piling up.

Particularly well suited to students who appreciate:

• Short morning walks to lectures instead of early alarm clocks.
• City centre living with cafes, shops, and essentials nearby.
• A balance between social spaces and quieter study environments.
• Students who prefer all bills included and fewer monthly worries.
• International students seeking a well-connected accommodation with international student-friendly policies.