Filbert Village, Leicester

Filbert Village is a popular yet affordable student accommodation in Leicester located at 1 Lineker Road, LE2 7FZ, close to the Soar River, Homes for Students Filbert Village is a 11-minute walk to De Montfort University and a 9-minute cycle to the University of Leicester. The Lidl supermarket is right over the river, making it easy to do weekly shopping. Besides, it only takes a 7-minute drive to Leicester City Centre, bringing you various dining, shopping, and entertainment options within arm's reach. Filbert Village Leicester offers furnished studios, en-suites, non-en-suites, and 1-bedroom apartments, catering to diverse preferences and budgets. The communal areas in this apartment building have also been fully renovated recently, and new amenities such as a modern cinema, game room, and high-standard study area have been added. With all-inclusive bills, high-level security, and a prime location, Leicester Filbert Village provides an ideal living option for both domestic and international students, combining affordability, safety, and convenience. Check Filbert Village Leicester photos and reviews on uhomes.com for clearer details. And book now with our exclusive offers and price-match support.

Features of Filbert Village Leicester

Room Types & Interior Facilities

Filbert Village Leicester student accommodation offers shared student flats and self-contained studios. The en-suite rooms are a practical option if you want your own bathroom but enjoy living with flatmates. Studios offer more personal space for students who prefer to cook and study independently.

Filbert Village En-suite flats include private bathrooms and shared kitchens. The room categories include Standard Ensuite, Classic Ensuite, Premium Ensuite, and Premium Plus Ensuite. You can check the exact room sizes and differences in the room types section on uhomes.com.

Filbert Village's studios combine a bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom in one room, ideal for students preferring privacy and personal space. In each unit, the bedrooms are equipped with cosy beds, shelving, study desks & chairs, and lots of storage space. You can live with your besties to make unforgettable memories together. The private kitchen is furnished with modern appliances like a combi oven, a microwave, cooking hobs, and a fridge/freezer, as well as a dining table and chairs.

You can also choose Filbert Village One Bedroom Flats. The Premium One Bedroom Flat has a separate bedroom, living area, bathroom, and kitchen for comfortable living.

Communal Amenities

Filbert Village accommodation has upgraded and renovated its common areas to provide students with a more comfortable living environment. You can play pool table with friends in the games hub. It is also a good place for making new friends. The state-of-the-art cinema room offers many shows and films, so you can spend a movie night with others in the apartment. If you do not want to go to libraries, the study space is quiet enough for focusing on university work. Other practical amenities include laundry facilities, bike storage, communal kitchen, lounges, courtyard, and limited parking spaces (additional charge). In addition, on-site security is always ready to keep a safe and sound living environment for every resident.

The price of Filbert Village Leicester student accommodation starts from £132/week, with all utility bills included. Free High-speed WiFi covers the whole building to keep you online. Contents insurance is also included, giving students peace of mind.

Location and nearby Hotspots of Filbert Village

Filbert Village student accommodation is located at Lineker Road, Leicester LE2 7FZ, in the heart of Leicester, with an excellent commuting distance to all major campuses and easy accessibility to plenty of urban amenities. It is about a 20-minute walk from the city centre. This means you can easily explore various restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and shopping centres. Below are the nearby campuses and hotspots of Filbert Village. 

Universities & Colleges

• University of Leicester (UoL): 19-minute walk, or 9-minute cycle.
• De Montfort University (DMU): 10-minute walk.
• Leicester College Freemen's Park Campus: 11-minute walk.

Dining & Shopping

The dining choices near Homes for Students Filbert Village include Sapphire Seafood Kitchen - Leicester Restaurant (12-minute walk), Casa Romana Restaurant (20-minute walk). For coffee lovers, you can go to the Success Cafe (20-minute walk), Saint Martin's Coffee Shop, and Costa Coffee. From this Leicester student accommodation, you can easily purchase groceries and daily necessities at supermarkets like Morrisons (5 min walk) and Lidl (3 min walk). St Martin's Square shopping mall is also accessible in only a 7-minute drive.

Culture & Entertainment

Filbert Village Lineker Road is a 10-minute walk from Odeon Luxe Leicester cinema, allowing students to enjoy a high-quality audiovisual experience on weekends. Sports enthusiasts living at Filbert Village accommodation Leicester can head to King Power Stadium, the home ground of Leicester City Football Club, to watch exciting football matches. Leicester's Tiger Rugby Stadium is also nearby within 8-minute walking distance, providing many opportunities to watch Rugby matches and experience the distinctive culture and social atmosphere.

Parks & Green Spaces

Living in Filbert Village Leicester also gives you easy access to Thirlmere Street Gardens and Nelson Mandela Park. Thirlmere Street Gardens is a 6-minute walk away, and Nelson Mandela Park may take nature lovers 15 minutes to reach. Both are great spots for walking, picnicking, and other outdoor activities.

Transport near Filbert Village, Leicester

Filbert Village Leicester accommodation offers easy access to nearby public transport links. Nearby bus stops include:

• Windermere Street: Approximately 0.1 miles away, around a 4-minute walk.
• Burnmoor Street: Approximately 0.3 miles away, around a 6-minute walk.
• Sawday Street: Approximately 0.3 miles away, around a 6-minute walk.

The nearest bus stop to Filbert Village is Windermere Street, served by routes 20 and X6.

For regional travel, Leicester Railway Station is about a 25-minute walk away. You can also take a taxi from Filbert Village, Leicester, to catch trains in less than 10 minutes. East Midlands Airport (EMA) is approximately 22 miles from Filbert Village Leicester accommodation. The Skylink service connects central Leicester with East Midlands Airport. Students can board at St Margaret's Bus Station. And the bus journey takes around 55 minutes, depending on the service.