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Buying a Home in Mapperley

A popular suburb with a thriving independent high street, beautiful Edwardian architecture, and excellent city centre access.

NG3

~15,000 residents

Gedling Borough

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Heritage

From Rural Village to Thriving Suburb

Mapperley developed from a small rural hamlet into a thriving suburb during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The arrival of the tram in the early 1900s connected Mapperley Top to Nottingham city centre, spurring rapid residential development.

The area became particularly desirable for its elevated position, offering impressive views and a healthier environment away from the industrial city. Many beautiful Edwardian villas were built during this period.

Today, Mapperley is known for its independent shops, cafés, and restaurants along Mapperley Top, as well as the beautiful Woodthorpe Grange Park.

1901

Tram Connection

Electric trams reach Mapperley

Edwardian

Building Boom

Distinctive villas constructed

Today

Independent Quarter

Thriving local business scene

Schools & Education

Mapperley has good local primary schools with access to excellent secondary options in the area.

Primary Schools

Mapperley Plains Primary

Ofsted Good

Woodthorpe Infant School

Ofsted Good

Ernehale Junior School

Ofsted Good

Secondary Schools (Nearby)

Carlton Academy

Academy, Good

Nottingham High School

Independent, nearby

Crime & Safety

Low

Residential areas

Good

Street lighting

Active

Community groups

Local Landmarks & Amenities

Mapperley Top

Thriving high street with independent shops, delis, and boutiques.

Café Culture

Excellent independent cafés and restaurants along Plains Road.

Woodthorpe Grange Park

Beautiful Victorian park with gardens, café, and play areas.

Edwardian Architecture

Distinctive period properties with character features throughout.

Mapperley Golf Club

Established golf club with scenic parkland course.

Gedling Country Park

Former colliery site transformed into country park nearby

Transport & Connections

10 mins

to Nottingham City Centre by car

Frequent Buses

Multiple routes to city centre

Road Links

A612, ring road access

Rail Access

Nottingham station 3 miles

Airport

East Midlands Airport 15 miles

Property Market

Mapperley offers diverse housing from Edwardian villas to modern developments, with prices varying by location.

Average house price

£265,000

Good value near city centre

Terraced

£185k

Semi-detached

£250k

Detached

£380k

Cottages

£350k

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