East Midlands · England
Living in Leicester
One of the UK’s most diverse cities, rich in history, food and real affordability, right in the heart of the country.
Population around 370,000
What Leicester is like
Leicester is friendly, multicultural and excellent value, with popular areas like Clarendon Park and Stoneygate. Its food scene, especially along the Golden Mile, is a real draw.
Education
The University of Leicester and De Montfort University give it a large, diverse student community.
Getting around
Direct trains to London in around an hour, a compact centre and East Midlands Airport nearby.
Jobs & economy
Strong in logistics and distribution, manufacturing, healthcare and space research.
The property market
The average home in Leicester sold for £234,631 (April 2026, UK House Price Index). That is an area average across all property types, a useful benchmark rather than a valuation of any single home.
In a nutshell
- Among the most affordable big cities
- Celebrated food and culture
- Central, well connected
- Rich, diverse community