Leicester
United Kingdom
Updated on August 13, 2025
Overview
Diverse city in central England, known for its rich multicultural history, traditional textile industry, and as home to Leicester City FC. Offers a balance between urban life and economic accessibility.
Average cost of living€2,800.00
Quality of Life88/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€480.00
1-bed flat (center)€750.00
1-bed flat (outside)€650.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,200.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,000.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.50
Monthly pass€60.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.45
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.00
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€850.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€2,800.00
sqm outside center€2,200.00
Advantages
- ✓ Relatively low cost of living compared to London
- ✓ Vibrant multicultural community
- ✓ Good transport connections
- ✓ Rich historical and cultural heritage
- ✓ Wide educational offer including universities
Disadvantages
- × Fewer job opportunities than larger cities
- × Frequently cloudy and humid weather
- × Limited nightlife entertainment options
- × Some neighborhoods undergoing urban regeneration