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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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.

 

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Saffron Court’s the place to be!

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Review Date Jun 2023

There’s two different supermarkets only 5 minutes away, and the town centre is a 15 minute walk away. Great location!

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Fantastic communal areas, the lobby is beautifully decorated. The canal is growing beautiful flowers, and there is a lovely memorial bench too. There’s communal waste bins in basically every corner of the parking garage, so you don’t have to travel too far to put your waste away. Could do with a bigger gym, but it’s never been crowded.

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Thanks to the walkthrough of my flat and the communal areas, I wasn’t surprised by mostly anything.

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Any issues or problems are immediately resolved, and I’ve never had to wait more than 24 hours for maintenance to come over to my plat to help.

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Love Saffron Court

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Review Date Jun 2023

Good proximity to some Co-op grocery stores, a pharmacy and the health center. Also a stone throw from the train station, tram station and bus stop! Very strategically located in Nottingham city without the downsides of the hustle and bustle of a city.

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Love my stay here so far and it’s been about a year. Friendly staff, neat environment and quick response to queries. Once had an issue with my washing machine and staff went above and beyond to resolve. Would recommend this development any day! Thank

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That the lights in the bathroom can’t be turned off

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There has been Prompt resolution of all my queries

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Perfect 3 Years

Review Date Jun 2023

I’ve lived here 3 years and it is absolutely perfect in most ways, close to train station, bus and tram stops and a short walk from town center. Never had issues with neighbors or management, however the road can sometimes have speeding cars and quad bikes. Bring a fan if you live south side of the building as it gets unbelievably hot in summer but those are only small issues.

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Management has always been so polite and helpful from small things like when i once got forgot my keys inside the apartment to fixing anything broken at a reasonable time. Having access to the bin at anytime works with our schedules. Its easy to reach out to management too through a provided online portal.

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We have an apartment facing the sun all day and it gets unbelievably hot in summer, we have a fan now but didn’t for the first summer when we moved in! Have a fan or an air con unit

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We had a broken radiator last summer and they quickly responded and had someone come take a look to when I was convenient to us. Always quickly respond no matter the issue.

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Fantastic building in the heart of Nottingham

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Review Date Jun 2023

Saffron Court’s biggest strength is its location in the heart of Nottingham. Being next to the train station, it is properly in the heart of the city. Bars, shops and transport is well within walking distance. Nottingham town is on your doorstep and Nottingham’s sporting stadiums, football, cricket and ice hockey are a stone’s throw away. Even West Bridgford is a short walk or a few bus stops away. A bad aspect of this is the traffic noise from London Road. However, this feels as mitigated as possible by the construction.

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The management team have been superstars in every interaction I have had with them. The gym and internet that comes with the rent has been fantastic and I have no complaints. I don’t need a separate internet contract nor do I need to visit another gym. Waste management and building communication is also handled professionally.

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I wish I’d knew how loud London Road would be. However, I can imagine it being anything different at another property so it’s not much of a criticism. I am concerned about the building work that is about to happen on London Road but, again, what can a person do in such a busy part of Nottingham?

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Yes, they have been quick to respond and successful in their help. I have no worries when it comes to maintenance etc

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