Ben Russell Court, Leicester
About the Property
University life is more enjoyable when all the necessities are within reach. This is why Ben Russell Court, located at 2 Eastern Blvd, Leicester LE2 7PT, has everything you need. From ensuite rooms to non-ensuite ones, from studios to shared apartments, the property has a bit of everything for every kind of student. De Montfort University is just 2 minutes away by car, and the University of Leicester is about 9 minutes away by car from Ben Russell Court, so coming to your classes is a lot faster and easier.
Leicester accommodates over 40,000 students and so stands as one of the country's most lively university cities. On average, students' monthly living costs in Leicester are around £800-£1,100 (excluding fees). The city, having an employment rate of up to 76 per cent, opens up a lot of doors for students seeking part-time job opportunities and postgraduate jobs across various sectors like healthcare, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, retail, and the burgeoning space science sector. Leicester, with a safety index rated at about 58/100, is a welcoming and student-friendly city where students can easily get accustomed. Best areas in Leicester for students, such as Clarendon Park, Stoneygate, Knighton, and Oadby, have the charm of small residential neighbourhoods and offer access to the city and its amenities, including parks, playgrounds, and the like. With modern communal spaces, all-inclusive bills, and Leicester city centre just moments away, Ben Russell Court provides the perfect setting to balance academics with an active social life.
Features
At Ben Russell accommodation Leicester, you'll find a range of room options which suit different budgets and lifestyles. You can choose from Silver Studio, Silver Ensuite, Silver Plus Room, Gold Room, Silver Room, Bronze Room and more options. Every room of this student accommodation Leicester features a comfortable ¾-sized bed, spacious wardrobe, and shelving, creating a practical space for both studying and relaxing. Selected room types also include 100 Mbps Wi-Fi, dedicated study facilities, a fridge-freezer, and ample storage space. If you prefer complete independence, the Silver Studio offers a private room, private bathroom, and private kitchen. The Silver Ensuite features a private bathroom with a shared kitchen, while the Silver Plus, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Rooms provide a private bedroom with a shared bathroom and shared kitchen. Students staying in 4-bed and 5-bed apartments at Ben Russell Court Leicester, also enjoy a private bedroom alongside shared bathroom and kitchen facilities, making them ideal for those who enjoy a social living environment.
Life at Ben Russell Court extends well beyond your room. Your rent includes Wi-Fi, electricity, heating, water, and contents insurance, helping you save an estimated £19 per week on utility bills. According to the Ben Russell Court reviews, whether you're revising in the study room, relaxing in the communal lounge, watching a film in the cinema room, or catching up with friends in the TV room where you have flat-screen TVs and a games area, there's always a space to unwind. Ben Russell Leicester also offers on-site amenities like pool tables, meeting rooms, secure bike storage, washing and drying machines, on-site laundry facilities, recycling facilities, car parking (available at an additional charge), and a welcoming outdoor courtyard. With ultra-fast Wi-Fi, CCTV, security doors, an on-site maintenance team, and regular social events, Ben Russell Court provides a secure and community-focused student living experience.
Location and What's Hot?
Student Castle Ben Russell Court enjoys a perfect location just minutes from nearby universities like Leicester College (8 minutes by car) and Gateway College (19 minutes by car), and close to Leicester city centre, putting everything a student needs within easy reach. Whether you're heading to lectures, meeting friends, or exploring the city, you'll find cafés, restaurants, shops, and entertainment all within walking distance from Ben Russell Court Leicester.
You could start the day by getting yourself a coffee at La Forêt Café and La Maison Café and then indulge in some food at Kismat Restaurant, Pasha Restaurant, or Sonrisa Comida Argentina. For daily shopping needs, Lidl, Tesco Superstore, and Highcross Leicester are located near the Student Castle Ben Russell Court. Healthcare is equally accessible, with Leicester Royal Infirmary, Poly Pharmacy, Patels Chemist, and Highem Pharmacy all close to Ben Russell Court Leicester. If you wish to get yourself immersed in some culture, the Curve Theatre has everything to offer, from West End shows to comedy acts. You also have the Castle Gardens and Victoria Park, located in the heart of the city, as places of retreat. When it's time to unwind, popular student pubs such as The Rutland & Derby Arms, The King's Head, and The Castle are great places to catch up with friends after lectures. As mentioned in the Leicester city guide, you can also catch a game with your friends at the King Power Stadium or visit the National Space Centre, Leicester Cathedral or Newarke Houses Museum. With everything from cafés and restaurants to healthcare, shopping, and nightlife close by, Ben Russell Court offers an ideal base for making the most of student life in Leicester.
Commute
Ben Russell Court is well connected to Leicester's public transport links, making it easy to travel to university, the city centre, and destinations across the UK. Students can save on everyday journeys with the 16–25 Railcard, which offers 1/3 off eligible rail fares, while Arriva Student and First Bus student tickets provide discounted travel across Leicester.
| Mode of Transport | Nearest Option | Distance | Approx. Walking Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus Stop | Windermere Street | 0.1 miles (160 m) | 2 minutes |
| Bus Stop | Lidl (Narborough Road) | 0.2 miles (320 m) | 4 minutes |
| Train Station | Leicester Railway Station | 1.0 mile (1.6 km) | 20–22 minutes |
| Nearest Airport | East Midlands Airport (EMA) | 19 miles (30.5 km) | 30–35 minutes by car |
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Amenities
Shared Community And Utilities
Fitness And Recreation
Security
Property Services
Parking
Outdoor Features
Bills Included
Room Types (6)
5B
Bronze Room
Five bedroom apartment located in basement with ¾ sized beds, wardrobe, study facilities, shelves and a small window in every room. Communal area consists of living area kitchen with integrated appliances and shared bathroom. Up to 100Mbps WIFI.
4B
Silver Room
Four bedroom apartment with sized beds, wardrobe, study facilities and shelves in every room. Communal area consists of TV, kitchen with integrated appliances and shared bathroom. Up to 100Mbps WIFI.
Non Ensuite
Silver Plus Room
Silver Plus 5 Bed rooms have had a complete transformation; the bedrooms have been newly decorated for your comfort, and the cluster bathrooms have had a complete refurbishment. Each bathroom is equipped with a toilet, sink and shower. Each room comes with a ¾ sized bed, wardrobe, study facilities and spacious shelving units. The communal area consists of a living space, kitchen with integrated appliances and a comfy sofa to lounge on after uni. Enjoy up to 100Mbps WIFI throughout your flat
Gold Room
Perfect for getting to know new people! Three bedroom apartments with ¾ sized beds, wardrobe, study facilities, shelves and up to100Mbps WIFI. Communal area consists of a living area, kitchen with integrated appliances and shared bathroom.
Ensuite
Studio
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Mode Of Payment
Credit/Debit card, bank transfer, & online payments.
Guarantor Requirement
For 26-27 AY:- 1. If you want to pay your rent in instalments, we accept both UK and International guarantors. This is someone who is willing to sign a contract saying they’ll pay your rent if you fail to do so. Your guarantor cannot be another student or a government. 2. In the circumstances where you do not have a guarantor, you can register with Housing Hand who will act as guarantor subject to meeting their terms and conditions. 3. Alternatively, you will need to pay your rent for the whole Licence Agreement/AST in advance.
Booking Deposit
For 26-27 AY:- An advance rent payment £100 is required to allocate a room. This amount is deducted from the first instalment or payment, which is due before the tenancy start date. Please note: Advance rent is non refundable.
Pay In Instalment
For 26-27 AY: - 1. Full payment 2. 3 instalment (Guarantor Required) 3. 4 instalment (Guarantor Required) 4. 10 instalment (Guarantor Required)
Meet the Residents
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my rental price include car parking?
On-site car parking is available at some properties, but is not included within the rental price unless explicitly stated and confirmed in writing. Payments for car parking permits are separate to your tenancy agreement. Please speak to the property team if you wish to purchase a car parking space. Car parking spaces are very limited and are strictly on a first-come first-served basis.
Can I book if I'm under 18?
If you turn 18 in the first semester of university, they can accept your booking at properties where there is 24/7 security available and have an adult over the age of 18 must be a co-signatory on your tenancy agreement and must accept the terms of it.
They can accept under 18s in some of their properties subject to their policy for students under the Age of 18.
Note : Aspen property does not accept bookings from students under the age of 18.
Can I purchase bedding and kitchen packages?
Yes you can order a package to be waiting for you upon arrival on their starter kit ordering portal.
What do I need to bring with me?
When you come to pick up your keys you need to bring some photographic ID. To find out what else you may need to bring check out their ‘what to take to university’ page.
Is there car parking facilities for when I move in
Some properties have car parking facilities available for a small charge, please speak to your property team directly if you would like to reserve car parking.
Does my rental price include room cleaning?
Room cleaning services are available at some properties for an additional charge, unless stated as being included with the rent.
Are pets allowed?
No pets of any kind are permitted at management, except registered assistance dogs.
What can I bring?
You can bring most of your belongings but some electricals aren't suitable for their properties. Non UK compliant electricals such as rice cookers are not suitable for use with UK power outlets and this can cause fire risks.
Do you provide summer accommodation?
Yes, their summer bookings usually open around March. Keep a look out for pricing and information or contact us to know more.
Do I have to move out during the holidays?
Your room is yours for the full contract period and you don’t need to move out during academic breaks.
Does my rental price include insurance?
Contents insurance is included at some of management's properties, which will be shown on the property page and details of the insurance can be obtained from the property manager when you check in. If you wish to confirm whether the property offers contents insurance, please contact the property team directly. Please note they advise taking out contents insurance if it is not included at your property and management is not liable for the loss or damage of your personal belongings and room contents.
Do I need to pay council tax?
If you are a qualifying full time student, you will be exempt from paying Council Tax. You must provide them with your council tax exemption certificate which your university will be able to arrange.
If you do not have this when you move in because you have not yet enrolled on your course, please ensure that you bring with you the name of your university and your university student ID number.
Recycling
Recycling is one of the best ways for you to have a positive impact on the world in which we live. Recycling is important to both the natural environment and us. We must act fast as the amount of waste we create is increasing all the time.
Management want to do their bit to protect the world, and they’re sure you want to do your bit too, so to make being eco-friendly easy for you they’ve provided recycling and refuse bins throughout your accommodation and they encourage all students to use the facilities provided to recycle waste where possible.
You should make sure that you empty packages completely and give them a quick rinse before you recycle them. Below you can find examples of what you can recycle and what goes in the different bins.
Be aware that if you put things in the wrong bin, it will contaminate the whole waste load which means that they cannot send that waste to be recycled. So, please take an extra couple of seconds to put things in the correct bin so they can help divert as much waste from going to landfill as possible.
Almost anything made of glass can be recycled, so make sure you put items like glass bottles and jars in the right bin and do not recycle broken glass or light bulbs. Anything that does not feature a recycling label must be put in the refuse bin. Other items that are not recyclable include: batteries, electrical appliances, kitchen waste, polystyrene, foam and sanitary products.
What can be recycled?
- Plastics
- Plastic cups and lids
- Milk bottles
- Takeaway containers
- Plastic bottles such as water, shampoo or sauce bottles
- Cardboard and Paper
- Newspapers and magazines
- Food cartons
- Emptied pizza boxes
- Envelopes or loose office paper
- Aluminium and Steel
- Drinks cans
- Empty aerosol cans
- Food cans
- Lids from glass bottles and jars
Thank you for being responsible residents and for helping the world!
Does management have a client money protection scheme in place?
Yes they do. The property uses ProtectionMark as the provider.
What are emergency numbers in the uk?
To contact the emergency services (Fire Service, Police, Ambulance and Coast Guard) dial 999
For non-emergency police assistance call 101
When should I use 101?
You should call 101 to report crime and other concerns that do not require an emergency response. For example:
- Your car has been stolen
- Your property has been damaged
- You suspect drug use or dealing in your neighbourhood
- Give the police information about crime in your area
- Speak to the police about a general enquiry
You should always call 999 when it is an emergency, such as when a crime is in progress, someone suspected of a crime is nearby, when there is danger to life or when violence is being used or threatened.
To contact the NHS for non-emergency medical advice and assistance, dial 111
When should use 111?
You should use the NHS 111 service if you urgently need medical help or advice but it's not a life-threatening situation.
Call 111 if:
- you need medical help fast but it's not a 999 emergency
- you think you need to go to A&E or need another NHS urgent care service
- you don't know who to call or you don't have a GP to call
- you need health information or reassurance about what to do next
For less urgent health needs, contact your GP or local pharmacist in the usual way. If a health professional has given you a specific phone number to call when you're concerned about your condition, continue to use that number. For immediate life-threatening emergencies, continue to call 999.
Can I move in before I pay my rent?
All rent that is due must have been paid when you check in. If you are having difficulties or this will be a problem, please contact the property as early as possible who will assist you.
Can I pay my rent from overseas?
You can pay your rent either online by logging in to your student account, by bank transfer or by credit or debit card over the phone.
Can I book a room without a viewing?
Yes, you can book rooms online using the 'book now' option, which only takes around five minutes.
How long does a viewing take?
A viewing usually takes around 15 to 20 minutes, however you can spend as long as you wish viewing the property.
What will I be shown on my viewing?
The property team will guide you around the building and show you the social areas, outdoor spaces and on-site facilities as well as the rooms you would like to see (dependent upon availability). Please be aware that some rooms and apartments that you view may be occupied by their current residents.
I'm in a different country how do I view a property?
They offer a Online viewings for those who cannot view in person. Just click 'Arrange a Viewing' and from there you can choose the Online option and organise a time and date that suits you. A member of the team will skype call you at your arranged time. To know more about this you can be in touch with Amber agent.
Do I need to pay a deposit to book a room at this property?
To learn more about the deposit requirement, please check the policy section above, or feel free to reach out to your amber agent.
Is a guarantor required to book a room at this property?
For more details about guarantor requirements, refer to the policy section above or connect with your amber agent.
Can I pay in instalments?
For more information on payment plans, refer to the policy section above, or contact your amber agent for assistance.
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