Westmanor Student Living – Your Complete Move-In Guide
Everything You Need to Know Before Moving into Westmanor Student Living Accommodation
If you've booked your accommodation with Westmanor Student Living, you'll be moving into student housing in Leicester with a long-established local provider offering everything from private studios and en-suite rooms to apartments and shared student houses.
Westmanor specialises in accommodation for students studying at De Montfort University (DMU) and the University of Leicester, with properties located across Leicester's main student areas. Its portfolio includes purpose-built student accommodation as well as more traditional student houses and flats.
Accommodation varies considerably between properties, so what's already waiting for you when you arrive will depend on the room, flat or house you've booked.
Whether you're moving into your first student home or returning to Leicester for another academic year, checking exactly what's provided before you pack can save money, space and unnecessary purchases.
This independent guide explains what you can typically expect when living with Westmanor Student Living, including accommodation types, facilities, move-in arrangements, maintenance and the everyday essentials you'll want to bring with you.
Westmanor Student Living at a Glance
🏠 Provider: Westmanor Student Living
📍 Location: Leicester
🎓 Universities: De Montfort University and University of Leicester
🏢 Accommodation: PBSA, studios, apartments, flats, shared houses and individual rooms
🛏 Bedrooms: Furnished accommodation; exact furniture varies by property
🚿 Bathrooms: Private en-suite and shared options available
🍳 Kitchen: Private or shared depending on accommodation type
💷 Utility bills: All-inclusive options available; arrangements vary by property
📶 Wi-Fi: Available/included at applicable properties
🛠 Maintenance: Dedicated Westmanor maintenance process
🏋️ Gym: Available at applicable properties, including The Student Hideout
🧺 Laundry: Facilities vary by property
🏠 Shared houses: Available for groups of students
🔑 Key collection: Westmanor's main office at 16 Grange Lane, Leicester
Westmanor describes itself as helping thousands of students find accommodation in Leicester each year, with options designed for different budgets and styles of student living.
Why Students Choose Westmanor Student Living
One of Westmanor's biggest attractions is the variety of accommodation available.
Rather than concentrating on one type of student housing, Westmanor offers options ranging from private studios and one-bedroom apartments to en-suite rooms and larger shared houses.
That means students can choose between greater independence and a more traditional shared-house experience.
Depending on your property, you might have your own:
- Bedroom
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Living space
- Study area
or share kitchens, bathrooms and communal spaces with your housemates.
Westmanor also has accommodation serving both of Leicester's major universities, making it particularly useful if you want to choose a property based on proximity to DMU or the University of Leicester.
Some properties are offered with bills included, while others require tenants to manage utilities themselves, so always check the exact terms of your particular booking.
Room Types at Westmanor Student Living
Room and property categories vary considerably across the Westmanor portfolio.
Studio Apartments
Studios provide greater independence by combining your main living facilities within your own accommodation.
Depending on the property, a studio can include:
- Bed and bedroom furniture
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen facilities
- Study area
- Storage
They're particularly suited to students who prefer to live independently rather than share a kitchen and bathroom with several housemates.
En-Suite Rooms and Apartments
Westmanor also offers en-suite accommodation where students have their own bedroom and bathroom while sharing other facilities.
These can provide a useful balance between privacy and communal student living.
Shared Student Houses
For students moving in with friends, Westmanor has a substantial selection of larger houses and flats.
Its current 2026/27 property search specifically covers two-, three-, four- and five-plus-bedroom accommodation, alongside studios, one-bedroom properties and individual rooms.
Always check the specification of your exact property and bedroom before purchasing bedding, storage or other room accessories.
What's Usually Included?
Exactly what's included depends heavily on which Westmanor property you've booked.
You can generally expect furnished student accommodation, but individual inventories differ.
Depending on your property, this may include:
- Bed and mattress
- Bedroom furniture
- Desk/study space
- Wardrobe or clothes storage
- Kitchen facilities
- Fridge/freezer
- Oven and hob
- Living-room furniture in applicable properties
- Washing facilities
- Wi-Fi at applicable properties
The important thing to remember is that furnished doesn't mean you'll already have every personal item needed for everyday university life.
Westmanor's own moving guidance specifically reminds students that everyday items such as toiletries and bedding may still need to be organised.
Before purchasing anything, check whether you'll need:
- Bedding
- Pillows
- Towels
- Cookware
- Crockery
- Cutlery
- Kitchen utensils
- Food containers
- Cleaning equipment
- Laundry supplies
- Small electrical appliances
You should also confirm your bed size before buying bedding rather than assuming every Westmanor property uses the same size.
Community Spaces and Facilities
Westmanor's accommodation ranges from purpose-built student buildings to individual houses and flats, so communal facilities differ considerably between properties.
Depending on where you're living, communal areas can include:
- Shared kitchens
- Living rooms
- Dining areas
- Shared bathrooms
- Outdoor space
- Laundry facilities
- Study areas
- Gym facilities at applicable properties
If you're moving into a shared house or flat, your main community will usually be the smaller group of students living with you.
That makes it worth talking to your housemates before move-in day about shared kitchen equipment, cleaning supplies and other household items.
Students living in purpose-built Westmanor accommodation may have access to additional communal facilities, so check the information supplied for your particular building before paying for similar facilities elsewhere.
Preparing for Move-In Day
Westmanor has a defined process for students moving into its accommodation.
Before travelling to Leicester, make sure you know:
- Your tenancy start date
- When you can move in
- Where to collect your keys
- Your exact property address
- What identification you need
- Whether all tenancy documentation has been completed
- Whether any payments remain outstanding
- What's already included in your accommodation
Westmanor currently requires students collecting their keys to bring valid photographic identification. It also says that required tenancy, guarantor, student-status and other applicable documentation must have been completed before keys can be issued.
Keys are currently collected from:
Westmanor Student Living
16 Grange Lane
Leicester
LE2 7EH
Westmanor says specific key-collection instructions are emailed to residents before move-in.
Before buying your student essentials, also check your:
Bed size — so you order the correct bedding and mattress protector.
Kitchen inventory — so you don't buy equipment that's already provided.
Storage space — particularly important in shared accommodation.
Housemate plans — if you're sharing, coordinate communal purchases before everyone shops separately.
Living at Westmanor Student Living
Your experience will depend considerably on whether you've chosen a private studio, apartment or shared student house.
If you're living independently, you'll need to organise most of your everyday household items yourself.
If you're sharing, it's worth agreeing early on how you'll manage:
- Kitchen cupboard space
- Fridge and freezer space
- Cleaning
- Shared cookware
- Household supplies
- Bins and recycling
- Utility bills, where these aren't included
When you move in, Westmanor provides an inventory for your room or flat and, where applicable, an inventory covering communal areas.
Westmanor currently asks residents to check these carefully and return them within 24 hours of moving in, making this one of the most important administrative jobs to complete after collecting your keys.
Residents also receive tenancy information and safety information when they move in.
Parcel Deliveries and Maintenance
Parcel arrangements will depend on your particular Westmanor property.
Unlike large student halls where every building necessarily has a staffed parcel reception, many Westmanor residents live in individual flats or houses.
When arranging a courier delivery, use:
Your full name
Your complete Westmanor property address
Your flat or room number where applicable
Check the delivery arrangements for your particular property and don't assume parcels can be accepted before your tenancy begins.
This is particularly important if you're ordering bedding, kitchen equipment or other student essentials ahead of your arrival in Leicester.
Westmanor has a dedicated procedure for maintenance issues. Residents are asked to use the relevant maintenance request form, with emergency problems also reportable using the emergency procedure and telephone number provided by Westmanor.
Westmanor says maintenance visits aren't charged unless the problem is considered the tenant's fault.
Moving Belongings in Before Your Tenancy
Westmanor has an unusual arrangement that can be useful for some students preparing for the new academic year.
Its current moving-in information says that, subject to the applicable property arrangements, students may be able to leave a limited number of labelled boxes or suitcases in their room during the summer before fully moving in.
There are important conditions.
Items must be properly labelled and positioned as instructed so that maintenance, decorating and cleaning work can continue. Westmanor also advises students not to leave valuables, because contractors may need access to the property during the summer.
Don't assume this applies automatically to your booking.
Westmanor's current FAQ says requirements vary by property, so contact the team and obtain confirmation before taking belongings to your accommodation early.
Sharing a Kitchen with Your Housemates
If you're moving into one of Westmanor's shared houses or flats, organising the kitchen before everyone arrives can save money and cupboard space.
Before shopping, separate things into two categories.
Everyone may want their own:
- Plate
- Bowl
- Mug
- Glass
- Cutlery
- Food containers
- Tea towels
You may be able to share:
- Saucepans
- Frying pans
- Chopping boards
- Cooking utensils
- Colander
- Baking trays
- Cleaning equipment
Create a house group chat before move-in and decide who's bringing what.
It's much cheaper than everyone buying the same things and considerably better than discovering on your first night that five people brought frying pans but nobody brought a tin opener.
What Should You Buy Before You Move In?
Although your Westmanor accommodation comes furnished, you'll still need your own everyday essentials.
Bedroom Essentials
Consider:
- Comfortable bedding
- Mattress protector
- Pillows
- Bed linen
- Bedside lighting
- Clothes hangers
- Storage baskets
Check your exact bed size before ordering bedding.
Kitchen Essentials
Check what's already provided in your particular kitchen before shopping.
Consider:
- Starter cookware
- Frying pan
- Plates and bowls
- Mugs and glasses
- Cutlery
- Kitchen utensils
- Chopping board
- Food containers
- Washing-up kit
If you're sharing, speak to your housemates before purchasing communal equipment.
Bathroom Essentials
Whether you have an en-suite or shared bathroom, you'll still need everyday bathroom items such as:
- Towels
- Toiletries
- Shower organiser
- Bathroom storage
- Cleaning products
- Bath mat, if required
Study Essentials
- Desk organiser
- Laptop stand
- Headphones
- Charging cables
- Cable management
- Desk lighting
- Extension lead, where permitted
Helpful Student Guides
Continue planning your move with:
- UK University Packing Checklist
- University Move-In Checklist
- Bedroom Essentials Guide
- Kitchen Essentials Guide
- Bathroom Essentials Guide
- UK University Move-In Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Westmanor Student Living have accommodation?
Westmanor specialises in student accommodation in Leicester, particularly for students attending De Montfort University and the University of Leicester.
What type of accommodation does Westmanor offer?
Its current portfolio includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, multi-bedroom flats and houses, en-suite accommodation and individual rooms.
Are bills included at Westmanor?
Some Westmanor accommodation is offered on an all-inclusive basis, but arrangements vary between properties. Check your particular property and tenancy before moving in.
Where do I collect my Westmanor keys?
Westmanor currently instructs residents to collect keys from its main office at 16 Grange Lane, Leicester, LE2 7EH. Specific instructions are emailed before move-in.
What do I need when I move in?
You'll need valid photographic identification and must have completed the required documentation and payments before Westmanor can issue your keys.
Can I receive courier deliveries?
Delivery arrangements depend on your particular Westmanor property. Use your full name and complete property address and check whether someone needs to be present to accept the parcel.
Don't arrange deliveries before your tenancy starts unless Westmanor has confirmed they can be accepted.
Can I move belongings in early?
Potentially. Westmanor currently allows early storage of a limited number of labelled boxes or suitcases in some circumstances, but requirements vary by property and restrictions apply. Always obtain confirmation from Westmanor first.
How do I report maintenance?
Westmanor uses a dedicated maintenance request procedure. Residents should complete the appropriate maintenance form, while emergencies can also be escalated using Westmanor's emergency contact procedure.
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