8 Newarke Close, Leicester LE2 7GZ, United Kingdom
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4.6
Room is very good! It's bigger than expected, clean and not cold. There is an electric heater. Roommates are good too. Very safe with large yard. The staff is also very good
LIANG**
The environment is very good. I feel that the body feeling is a big studio in Leicester, and the booking experience is also super good.
GAO**
very good very good very good very good
HUANG**
very good, very good, very good
CHENG**
very satisfied very good thank you very much
xu**
They are all alone. The shared living room is super large. Much better than imagined.
MA**
Security, service, everything is great.
LEI**
Not bad, just a few minutes away from my school
SUN**
The service receptionist is good, the room size is just right.
WU**
Service attitude special number!!!
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650 Beds
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Built in 2005 · Renovated in 2022
Block A, B, C, D, E, F
Newarke Point is a modern student accommodation in Leicester, sitting in the heart of De Montfort University. It is just a 10-minute walk from the city centre, offering easy access to restaurants, pubs, shops and attractions. Living at Newarke Point Leicester, students can overlook the River Soar while experiencing the city's diversity from serene parks to eclectic eateries and entertainment venues. The accommodation offers studios and en-suites to suit students' various needs and preferences. Taking residence in Newarke Point means stepping into a neighbourhood that supports and enhances the student experience with every facet it offers.
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Newarke Point Leicester is a haven for students designed to cater to their academic and personal needs. The Leicester accommodation boasts over 650 bedrooms, including en-suite options and studio flats. Each room serves as a personal retreat, equipped with a comfortable bed, adedicated study area, and ample storage to create a functional and inviting space. Besides, Unite Students Newarke Point is bill-inclusive, covering heating, water, electricity, broadband and wifi in the rent, so you do not have to worry about paying extra fees. The Unite Students app is also free to use for your convenience.
Striving to be more than just a place to rest, Newarke Point Unite offers communal areas that encourage interaction and development. The free pool tables provide an opportunity for you to interact with others and make like-minded friends. Sitting on the sofas and watching TV is also a way to relax after a busy day. The dedicated study area has desks for your focus on assignments. Newarke Point Leicester is furnished with contemporary kitchens with the latest appliances, allowing culinary exploration and social dining experiences. There is high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the Newarke Point building, ensuring that residents can stay connected and flourish in their academic pursuits.
Location and What's Hot
Newarke Point's central location places students at the heart of Leicester's vibrant life. Just a 10-minute walk from the city centre, you'll have easy access to diverse dining options, entertainment venues, and historic attractions. For the gastronomes, TheCase Restaurant offers a tantalising menu and is a gastronomic gem just a stone's throw away from Newarke Point. If you're craving authentic Italian cuisine, San Carlo provides an elegant dining experience with its exquisite dishes.
Shopping enthusiasts will find the Highcross Leicester, a premier shopping destination with a plethora of retail stores and eateries, satisfying every shopping spree desire. Leicester Market, known for its fresh produce and vibrant atmosphere, is an unmissable local experience.
Newarke Point Unite is well-served by cafés, with St Martin's Coffee Shop standing out as a perfect spot for a caffeine fix or a casual study session. When it comes to healthcare, the Leicester Royal Infirmary is a comprehensive facility that students can rely on for medical needs, while the nearby Boots pharmacy caters to all pharmaceutical essentials.
Transport
Newarke Point student accommodation provides an exceptional location for convenience and connectivity. Just a brief 10-minute walk will bring you to the Haymarket Bus Station, opening up the city and beyond for exploration. For those attending the University of Leicester, a mere 20-minute walk or a swift 10-minute bike ride through the lush green parks ensures you're right in time for your lectures. Commuting to Leicester Train Station is equally effortless, with a 15-minute stroll or a quick 5-minute taxi ride. Gastronomic adventures are equally as accessible; The Case Restaurant is within 15 minutes walking distance, and so too is San Carlo, where an evening of Italian fine dining awaits you. For students venturing further afield, East Midlands Airport can be reached comfortably in under an hour by car, providing gateways to numerous domestic and international destinations.
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Newarke Point is committed to providing a safe and comfortable living environment for students. The Leicester student accommodation offers a 24-hour security system, complete with CCTV surveillance and secure entry points. Each apartment is equipped with an internal fire system for your protection. Plus, all students at Newarke Point Unite enjoy the added peace of mind with included contents insurance, covering your belongings in case of unexpected incidents. The dedicated on-site management team in Newarke Point Leicester is always at hand to provide support and address any concerns, exemplifying the commitment to student welfare. Laundry services, contents insurance, and routine property maintenance are part comprehensive package Newarke Point offers, designed to make student life as convenient as possible. Newarke Point Leicester also provides parking and printing with an extra charge.
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LIANG**
5.0
13 Jan 2025 16:23
Room is very good! It's bigger than expected, clean and not cold. There is an electric heater. Roommates are good too. Very safe with large yard. The staff is also very good
Room is very good! It's bigger than expected, clean and not cold. There is an electric heater. Roommates are good too. Very safe with large yard. The staff is also very good
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GAO**
5.0
04 Mar 2025 17:28
The environment is very good. I feel that the body feeling is a big studio in Leicester, and the booking experience is also super good.
The environment is very good. I feel that the body feeling is a big studio in Leicester, and the booking experience is also super good.
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£137 /week
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Where is Newarke Point Leicester?
Newarke Point Leicester is located at 8 Newarke Close, Leicester, England, LE2 7GZ, United Kingdom. It is in the heart of DMU and 10 minutes' walk from the city centre and transport links, convenient for your exploration of essential amenities, like restuarants, pubs and shops.
How far is Newarke Point from the University of Leicester?
Newarke Point is 1.4 miles from the University of Leicester. It takes you 23 minutes to walk to the University of Leicester. You can also choose to take a bus(24 mins) or drive(9 mins) to the university.
What room types are available at Newarke Point Unite?
Newarke Point Unite includes en-suite rooms and studio flats. Each room is equipped with a comfortable bed, a dedicated study area, and ample storage space.
Where is Newarke Point Leicester?
Newarke Point Leicester is located at 8 Newarke Close, Leicester, England, LE2 7GZ, United Kingdom. It is in the heart of DMU and 10 minutes' walk from the city centre and transport links, convenient for your exploration of essential amenities, like restuarants, pubs and shops.
How far is Newarke Point from the University of Leicester?
Newarke Point is 1.4 miles from the University of Leicester. It takes you 23 minutes to walk to the University of Leicester. You can also choose to take a bus(24 mins) or drive(9 mins) to the university.
What room types are available at Newarke Point Unite?
Newarke Point Unite includes en-suite rooms and studio flats. Each room is equipped with a comfortable bed, a dedicated study area, and ample storage space.
How much is Newarke Point Leicester?
Newarke Point Leicester starts from £137/week/person, depending on the room type and duration you choose. Generally, ensuites are more affordable than studios. If you want to save cost on rent and like sharing life with others, you can select ensuites.
What is included in the rent for Unite Students Newarke Point?
Unite Students Newarke Point is bill-inclusive, covering the utilities of water, gas, heating, electricity, wifi, and contents insurance in the rent, so you do not need to pay extra costs.
Are there any discounts when booking Newarke Point Leicester?
Yes, there are discounts when booking Newarke Point Leicester. uhomes.com offers exclusive special offers to help students save budget, including early bird discounts, group booking discounts, and cashback.
How safe is Newarke Point Leicester student accommodation?
Newarke Point Leicester student accommodation prioritises students' safety, providing a secure living environment through a comprehensive fire system, contents insurance, and a 24-hour security system featuring CCTV surveillance and secure entry points.
Can I keep pets inside the Newarke Point?
Sorry, you are not allowed to keep pets in the Newarke Point.
Can I smoke inside the Unite Students Newarke Point?
Sorry, you can not smoke in the rooms of Unite Students Newarke Point. For your safety, the apartment is non-smoking and has set aside the dedicated smoking area, where you can smoke.
What should I do if I have a maintenance problem?
For any maintenance needs, please notify the front desk. The dedicated team at
Newarke Point Leicester is available 24/7 and guarantees swift resolution of all issues. Or you can use the Unite app to register the item you want to repair.
When is the due date for rent payment?
Please log in to the Account of Unite Students, enter the Booking page, and click on the Tenancy agreement file. In the YOUR PAYMENT SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN part of the document, you can find the deadline for paying rent and the corresponding rent amount. [DATE] is the rent payment deadline (the format is day/month/year) [AMOUNT] is the amount of rent that needs to be paid
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What is Internal “Health checks” for hot cities’ bookings?
Students will be asked to provide their university offer or a screenshot of the university portal showing their name and enough information to confirm the student has completed the application process.↵↵For a small sample of students, Supplier might check with their university partners if they can confirm the offers and information are genuine.↵↵If the student doesn’t reply to any of the 3 attempts, Supplier will have a red flat to this booking.↵↵If Supplier still cannot get any contact from the student, Supplier will cancel the booking.
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How to pay rent?
There are two ways to pay the apartment rent, online payment or bank wire transfer 1. For online payment, please log in to the Account of Unite Students, click the Payments page, enter the rent amount to be paid in the dialog box, click the Pay button, and enter the payment card information. If it is a British savings card, select the Debit card type (the corresponding Billing address needs to be changed to a British address), if it is a Chinese credit card, select the Credit card type (the billing address remains the domestic address) 2. For bank wire transfer, please log in to the Account of Unite Students and click Booking page, download the Bank Transfer Info file, communicate with the bank in advance, and bring the corresponding materials to the bank counter or self-service money transfer machine for remittance. In the remittance postscript, please fill in the personal reservation information (refer to the content required in the bank_tranfer_info file). The wire transfer does not arrive in real time , please be sure to wire transfer 1-2 weeks before the deadline to ensure that the funds arrive on time. Since the bank will charge a cross-border payment service fee, please pay the required rent + service fee when paying the fee to ensure that the full amount arrives.
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My check-in time is inconsistent with my appointment time (check in slot), and is it possible to che
If you arrive on the same day but are only tens of minutes to a few hours late, you can wait at the front desk, and the staff will serve you after processing the students who have made an appointment. If you arrive on a different day, please click "Edit" in the check in summary of the Unite APP, and then choose a new check-in time that suits you. The apartment will also provide emergency contact information, which can be dialed at the entrance of the apartment or in a prominent place at the front desk. Alternatively, you can call the apartment's Emergency Control Center (UK) on 03003031611, and they will coordinate staff to help you.
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When I make a reservation, is the advance rent paid a deposit? How to refund?
Advance Rent is prepaid rent, used as a deposit. After you successfully check in, Advance rent will be deducted from your rent and will not be refunded.
I have a special discount for the apartment when I make a reservation, how can I redeem it?
Please refer to the corresponding activity details provided by the apartment when you make a reservation, and then please accept the corresponding details with the apartment.
Should I pay as much as the apartment needs to pay?
Please decide how much to pay based on your payment method, but please make sure that the amount of your rent is consistent with the amount required by the apartment. For example, if you use an international bank remittance, the intermediary bank will charge part of the handling fee, so in this case, please ensure that the amount paid is the payable rent + handling fee, and ensure that the full amount arrives to avoid arrears.
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When can I check in?
You can check in on the day when the contract period starts. If you arrive at the apartment during non-working hours, it is best to inform the apartment in advance so that the apartment can arrange check-in.
Can I choose a roommate?
If you have other small partners who book together, you can contact our consultant teacher of uhomes, and we will try our best to help you arrange
How do I collect my access card?
After completing the check-in process at the front desk, you can get the key card from the apartment front desk
Can I check in early?
If you need to check in early, please contact your consultant teacher. If there are vacancies in the apartment for the corresponding lease period, you can arrange early check-in after accepting the corresponding extra rent
Can someone else get the key card for me?
No, for security reasons, your key card can only be collected by yourself.
Do I need to pay land tax?
If you are an eligible full-time student, you will be exempt from paying land tax. You must provide proof to the apartment that you are a full-time student
What if there is no one at the front desk when I arrive?
The apartment will provide emergency contact information, which can be dialed at the entrance of the apartment or in a prominent place at the front desk. Alternatively, you can call the apartment's Emergency Control Center (UK) on 03003031611, and they will coordinate staff to help you.