A guide to living in Nottinghamshire

Excellent

69.1%

Very Good

23.6%

Average

5.0%

Disappointing

0.7%

Very poor

1.5%

Best places to live in Nottinghamshire

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Award Winner 2025

British Waterways, NG1

By Native Communities

Award winner 2025

4.86

4.86

(39 reviews)

A vibrant community of residents that feels like family, with the freedom to join in as much or as little as you like. Easy access to neighbourhood bars and restaurants in Nottingham. And a unique, Grade-II listed apartment that you’re proud to call home in an iconic location. Find it all at British Waterways.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 25 in Nottinghamshire

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Lloyds Living at Gateford Park, S81

By Lloyds Living

4.79

4.79

(13 reviews)

Gateford Park by Lloyds Living offers residents a collection of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes. Homes include open plan kitchen/diners, integrated appliances, en-suites, parking and gardens. With plenty of green open space to enjoy on the doorstep, spending time outdoors with the family is easy. Additionally, the National Trust’ Cumber Park just an 8-mile drive away. Residents at Gateford Park benefit from excellent transport links including the A57, A60, A1 and the M1. Shireoaks and Worksop railway stations just a 6-minute drive away, and for those who fancy a change of scenery, the bustling city of Sheffield is around a 30-minute drive. Families will also benefit from Ofsted rated “Good” schools nearby.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 25 in Nottinghamshire

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Lloyds Living at Gedling, NG4

By Lloyds Living

Award winner 2025

4.76

4.76

(27 reviews)

Lloyds Living at Gedling is a brand-new development of 2 and 3 bedroom homes. All the homes on this site benefit from solar panels. The development is boarded by the 240-acre Gedling Country Park and is just a couple of miles away from the bustling market town of Arnold which has a number of high street shops, independent retailers, banks, pubs, restaurants, a leisure centre and theatre. It is also only 5 miles from the centre of Nottingham and a bus network connects the development to the local towns and cities. There are also a number of local schools (nursery, primary and secondary) and a hospital nearby.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 25 in Nottinghamshire

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Lloyds Living at Gateford Manor, S81

By Lloyds Living

4.59

4.59

(7 reviews)

Gateford Manor is a brand new development featuring a collection of 3 and 4 bedroom homes. Homes include open plan kitchen/diners,intergrated appliances, en-suites, parking and gardens. Situated on the outskirts of Worksop, Gateford Manor offers a balance of open countryside with great transport links. Gateford is surrounded by open countryside, with fast access to the M1, A1, A57 and A60 road links bringing Sheffield, Nottingham, Lincoln and Doncaster within easy reach. Additionally, Gateford Manor is just a stone’s throw away from Worksop, which offers a host of amenities including high-street shops, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés and bars. Families will also benefit from Ofsted rated “Good” schools nearby.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 25 in Nottinghamshire

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Lace Market Quarter, NG1

By Cording Residential

4.48

4.48

(6 reviews)

The Lace Market Quarter is a new development of unique contemporary apartments situated in the historical Lace Market area of Nottingham. A combination of four restored listed buildings, complemented by two new five and seven story buildings all surrounding a central courtyard, the development creates a relaxing space right in the heart of the city.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 25 in Nottinghamshire

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

L (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Leaf Living at Edwalton Fields, NG12

Jul 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

3
3
This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.
3

Lovely development

L (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Leaf Living at Edwalton Fields, NG12

Jul 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Good public transport, very family friendly, lovely area and easily accessible. Aldi nearby and Sainsburys being built currently but both are right near the development entrance. Would love more towards the back end of the development or some local pubs/bars.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have responded but it has taken (and is still taking) a while to get things done. Plumber and electrician needed to come out and I had to chase and then never turned up when the appointment was booked. Took about 3 weeks to sort but got there eventually. Wifi is still non existent

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I WISH WE HAD BEEN TOLD WE DIDN’T HAVE WIFI. The agency made a huge deal out of the fact that the wifi would be included and installed from the move in date but it wasn’t until we got the keys that we were told there was a delay. It’s now looking like 2 months with nothing but a 4G dongle that is awful and very frustrating. I feel like we were massively misled as we would’ve made alternative arrangements if we’d have known we didn’t have it


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Brian (Tenant)

Verified Resident

British Waterways, NG1

Jul 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live.

Brian (Tenant)

Verified Resident

British Waterways, NG1

Jul 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Good location, lots of restaurants, cafes and shops all within a short walking distance. Just 5 minutes walk to train and coach station.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management is excellent. They respond fast. I reported a jammed door lock and Christos responded promptly. The door lock was fixed quickly and professionally.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

No parking but not an issue with me, public transport like buses and trams very close by.

Manager response

Hi Brian, Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that you are able to take advantage and appreciate everything British Waterways and the local area has to offer. It is especially wonderful to hear your kind words about Bernadette, Christos and I. It is lovely to know that our efforts have made a positive impact on your life at British Waterways. Providing prompt and professional support is something we are always striving for, we are please to know that the issue with your lock was addressed so quickly. Thank you again for your recommendation and being a part of our community. Your feedback is truly appreciated and we hope your time here continues to be just as wonderful.

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Will Beers, Community Host

Jul 2026


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SM (Tenant)

Unverified

British Waterways, NG1

Jul 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Brief review on facilities 😅

SM (Tenant)

Unverified

British Waterways, NG1

Jul 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There's a Tesco about 5 mins walk and big Sainsbury's about 10 mins from the apartment making it very easy for all kinds of needs. There's very minimal traffic noise compared to the previous apartment I as at definitely.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have very prompt with all the issues we have so far, so that's definitely great

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Nothing specific as of now. A gym in the apartment building would have been grand

Manager response

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so happy to know that you have settled in well at British Waterways. It is our mission to ensure your positive experience at the start of your tenancy extends throughout your entire time here. If you need any support whatsoever, please do get in touch and we would love to help! An on-site gym would have been grand but unfortunately, we simply do not have the space to accommodate this. Although, we are lucky enough to have a variety of great gyms within walking distance, I would be happy to recommend a few to you if you were interested?

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Will Beers, Community Host

Jul 2026


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Abigayle Scattergood (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Osprey View, S81

Jun 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Exciting first move

Abigayle Scattergood (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Osprey View, S81

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It’s close to family, it’s surrounded by working professionals. It’s good location. Good facilities. Clean and spacious. Great size room and garden. Not boxed in by other properties. Good driveways. Good lighting. Quiet area, tooled away. Good outdoor walks. Amazing location.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes issues raised so far have been logged. All being completed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Just general home knowledge due to our first move as previously lived with parents


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Jack (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Osprey View, S81

Jun 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Overall great.

Jack (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Lloyds Living at Osprey View, S81

Jun 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Parking is fine, haven't experienced much anti social behaviour yet. Not experienced any traffic noise either. Close to many establishments whilst also being secluded enough for a peaceful private life.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

They have responded quickly and immediately arranged appointments to fix any issues.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I wish I had known how many young children were on the surrounding streets as they leave toys and bikes in the road and have no regard for road safety which can be quite frustrating as the parents do nothing and it cheapens the area.


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