134 New Walk is located in easy reach of the city. It is perfect location for students at both Leicester universities – only a short walk to the University of Leicester, 15 to De Montfort University.
All this plus great transport links throughout the city and just a 5 minute to Leicester’s train station, 134 New Walk is perfect for those who want to explore the city and the UK.
To secure your room you’ll need to pay the £250 advanced payment fee, which will later be deducted from your first rent payment. This will be payable by card, via the standard online booking journey. Please note, this fee is non-fundable.
With Guarantor 1. You can pay your rent in installments. Without Guarantor 1. You have to pay your whole year's rent in full, at the start of the year.
Debit card, direct debit, or bank transfer. (Cash or cheque payments are not available)
A guarantor is only required if you choose to pay your rent in instalments. They must be over 25 years old and can be based in the UK or overseas. Their role is to cover the rent if you’re unable to make a payment. If you don’t have a guarantor, you can still opt for instalments by using a guarantor service like Housing Hand.
Setting up a UK bank account is super easy. Here’s what you need to do:
Step 1: Choose a bank – some of the most popular banks in the UK are Barclays, NatWest, and HSBC.
Step 2: Do your research, and make sure that you are eligible to open an account.
Step 3: Prepare your documents. Normally, UK banks require:
Now that you’re well prepared, you can either set an appointment with the bank you have chosen, or you can simply open your bank account online, in less than 10 minutes.
Note: The requirements of each bank may vary, so it’ll be a good idea to check out their website to be sure.