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The Saxons, Leicester

Leicester’s most exciting and desirable new development, ideally located for residents looking for a stylish and peaceful escape just moments away from the vibrant city core.

Exceptional Build to Rent Homes. Designed for city living.

The Saxons comprises 100 spacious apartments, flooded with light from large, wrap-around windows which give the interiors an airy and relaxing feel. Although the development is in one of the most central locations in the city, each unit has been designed to offer privacy and a level of poise and sophistication that feels removed from the hustle and bustle outside.

With the city’s largest shopping centre located just across the road, those living at The Saxons can not only enjoy all of the state-of-the-art on-site amenities, but also have easy access to a range of dining, entertainment, and retail options right on their doorstep.

Leicester’s most exciting Build To Rent development.` Leicester’s most exciting Build To Rent development.

Built for young professionals.

Leicester is home to a number of large national and global business headquarters including Sytner Group, Caterpillar, Dunelm Group and Pendragon PLC, offering a plethora of employment opportunities for young professionals coming to the city or staying on after graduating from University.

In fact, it was ranked as the top city in the East Midlands to live and work in the Demos/PwC Good Growth for Cities Index in 2023, scoring strongly for economic growth, work-life balance, new businesses, transport, skills across all age groups, income distribution and safety.…

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On site health club and gym
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Co-working space
02 City park
Private residents garden
26 sofa
Residents’ lounge
21 Parking
Secure, gated, on-site parking
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5 minute walk to city centre
09 face massage
Residents’ Yoga Studio

Style with substance

All apartments at The Saxons come with elegant, modern furnishings, integrated appliances and fitted wardrobes, meaning that residents can move straight in and start enjoying city life whilst still having the opportunity to put their own stamp on their home with soft furnishings and accessories.

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Exceptional on-site amenities

It’s the range of exceptional on-site amenities that really set the development apart, whether you’re looking to unwind with friends after a long day at work or blow off some steam in the gym, the development’s welcoming amenity spaces offer something for everyone.

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There’s a dining and entertainment space for socialising, a media nook for enjoying the latest films on the big screen or series with friends, a fitness studio with both free weights and cardio machines and a separate yoga studio where guided and independent sessions can be booked.

For those working from home but wanting to escape the confines of a home office, the large co-working space with an adjoining alfresco terrace is the perfect place to spend the working day. As the only new development in the city with a ground level outdoor space, residents can take a break and enjoy the fresh air in a landscaped courtyard garden with plenty of seating, greenery, and wildlife.

Relax, Work and Socialise

Whether relaxing, socialising or working, residents can feel safe at The Saxons, with extensive CCTV across the development and video entry systems for each apartment. Secure, gated parking, including EV charging spaces and a locked bike store also give those living at The Saxons peace of mind, whilst on-site parcel lockers offer convenience and security for personal deliveries.

Feel at home, feel part of the action

With an exclusive residents only community app and a friendly on-site management team you’ll always be connected at The Saxons. 


From residents only events to local discounts, community groups and exclusive resident engagement, The Saxons residents only lifestyle app connects you to the action. You’ll also find everything you need to know about your home, from manuals and frequent asks to detailed information about your appliances too! 

At the heart of the development is a vibrant and welcoming community.

The resident engagement team at The Saxons is committed to building a strong sense of support and fun, hosting a curated calendar of events including networking opportunities, game nights, book clubs and social events to bring residents together. Whether you’re a social butterfly or enjoy a quieter life, there’s sure to be something to get involved in.

Residents will also have access to an exclusive app for interacting with the engagement team, booking amenity spaces, and reporting issues, offering ultimate convenience at your fingertips.

The team is also on hand to gather feedback and address any issues that may arise quickly and effectively, and with 24/7 digital maintenance reporting through the app residents can rest assured that their problems will be solved efficiently and without hassle.

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