Nottinghamshire

If you’re looking for a new home, Nottinghamshire is the destination to be. From quaint villages and picturesque countryside to vibrant cities and large towns; there’s plenty on offer in this diverse county. In this guide, we’ll take you through what makes Nottinghamshire such a great place to live, work or study – from where it lies in England to some of the best schools in the area – so that you can find your perfect match!

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Best places to live in Nottinghamshire

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Village of Calverton in Nottinghamshire

Where is Nottinghamshire?

Nottinghamshire is a county in the East Midlands region of England. It has an area of 2,068 square kilometres and extends into the Pennines. It borders Derbyshire to the west; Lincolnshire to the north; Leicestershire to the east; South Yorkshire and North Yorkshire to the south-east; and Northamptonshire to the south-west.

Areas in Nottinghamshire

There are several areas in Nottinghamshire that are popular with home buyers. These include the city of Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark-on-Trent and Worksop.

Nottingham – Nottingham, the county’s largest town, offers vibrant nightlife as well as some excellent shopping opportunities in The Lace Market and Victoria Centre. It also boasts world-class sports facilities including an ice rink and sports stadium at Trent Bridge.

Newark-on-Trent – the town of Newark is steeped in history with some stunning buildings, including St Mary’s Church which dates back to 1230. This historic town is home to an imposing castle and enjoys excellent transport links to Nottingham and London.

Royce Castle in Nottinghamshire

Mansfield – Mansfield is a bustling market town that offers something for everyone, from independent shops and pubs to a cinema and bowling alley. The town also has several large parks including Clipstone Country Park.

Worksop – located in the heart of the Nottinghamshire countryside, Worksop is a popular choice for those looking for a rural retreat because it is surrounded by beautiful countryside yet still has plenty of local amenities and attractions.

Universities in Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire is home to two universities: The University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University. Both are highly respected institutions, with a good reputation for teaching.

The University of Nottingham – located in the city of Nottingham, the University of Nottingham is one of the largest in the UK with over 36,000 students. The university has a strong focus on research and was ranked joint 34th in the world for its research power in the 2016 QS World University Rankings.

Nottingham Trent University – located in Nottingham city centre, Nottingham Trent University is one of the country’s largest post-1992 universities with over 37,000 students. Nottingham Trent University offers a range of courses at all levels and has an excellent reputation for teaching excellence.

Top Schools in Nottinghamshire

Riverboat in Newark in Nottinghamshire

As well as two universities, there are also a number of good schools in the area: Forest Fields Primary School, Top Valley Academy, and Bilborough College all received ‘Good’ to ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings in recent years.

Forest Fields Primary School – is a co-educational school with around 510 students from the age of three to 11 and has a nursery on-site. The school achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted in 2012.

Bilborough College – is the largest college in Nottinghamshire, and one of the largest colleges in the country, with around 16,000 students, Bilborough College offers a wide range of A-levels and vocational courses.

Top Valley Academy – is an all-through school with students from ages three to 18. It has been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in every category and is one of the few schools in Nottinghamshire to hold this accolade.

Population of Nottinghamshire

The population of Nottinghamshire is estimated at 970,000 people, which makes it one of England’s smaller counties by size and quite densely populated compared to other areas further north.

 

Reviews in Nottinghamshire

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Lovely experience

Review Date Jun 2023

The apartment is lovely and modern. The staff is excellent and the in house maintanance staff is professional and lovely. Overall we had the best experience in Saffron court.

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The design is very modern and tidy as it is always cleaned by the In house cleaners. Management is well organised. The Reception is very lovely along with the staff there are elevators in every area of the apartment so it’s easy to get around , the gym is also very lovely and equipped.

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I wish i knew that they don’t provide repairs In the weekend. Everything else was explained

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

Very quickly and swiftly. The staff respond when you complain of anything except if it happens on a weekend then they can’t do anything because there is no staffing except security staff.

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Great complex

Review Date Jun 2023

Bins emptied and maintained. car park is well maintained and great it’s private
Traffic noise is minimal despite living next to a fire station and near the centre of Nottingham

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The building is clean and great with the lifts are maintained. All areas are freshly decorated
External parking facilities are a positive for visitors.
Concierge is a great asset to the building when at work or out. It’s also a safety measure

It’s positive that there is a work environment and in addition a quiet space for private calls if a different place needed for work calls etc

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It would be great to have visited the property prior to moving in. I’m addition I am unsure why a wardrobe was added to the room as the accommodation was advertised as unfurnished

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

All responses managed and dealt with in a timely manner

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3 year tenant – highly recommend

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Review Date Jun 2023

Location is in Nottingham city centre. 5 mins from train station and a very short walk into town. Public transport etc is easily available but the building is far enough from everything in the city centre to avoid loud noise throughout the day.

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Facilities in the building are excellent. Amenities like the gym are developing and rooms come with everything you really need. The look of the rooms is very nice too, with a very comfortable design. After 3 years living here, I have only needed to request minimal maintenance on the room.

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Energy meters are not kept in the rooms. You will need to ask reception (after 5pm) for a meter reading each month

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

Responses are always quick, though repairs themselves can take a while to be done.

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Saffron Court experience

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Review Date Jun 2023

Good positioning, close to the train station, tram links, bus stop, town center and shops. Not much traffic on the main street.

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Nice flat layout, nice online community platform where you can manage and see information about your tenancy, exchange/buy furniture and other items from neighbors, included GYM on site is decently equipped for a morning stretch, secure car park and access to 2 internal court yards.

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I wish I knew that the Hooters bar nearby is sometimes loud.

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

They have always acted quickly on the raised problems, no matter how small.

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