West Bridgford and Radcliffe-on-Trent have been highlighted in a national newspaper’s selection of Britain’s most desirable suburbs and commuter towns.
The two Rushcliffe locations feature in a report published by The Telegraph on Saturday 14 November, which identifies 24 affluent and sought-after residential areas across Britain.
The research, carried out by Telegraph Money and property adviser Savills, considers house prices alongside government deprivation data, including measures relating to local amenities, employment, education and crime.
The report examines how Britain’s suburban property market has changed since the pandemic, when demand for larger homes and more outdoor space led to increased interest in towns and villages outside major cities.
More recently, higher mortgage costs and greater caution among buyers have contributed to a slowdown in some suburban housing markets.
West Bridgford is singled out for its sporting venues, residential streets and hospitality businesses.
The Telegraph highlights the proximity of Nottingham Forest’s City Ground and Trent Bridge cricket ground, which is due to host an Ashes Test match in 2027.
It also draws attention to the area’s Victorian housing, particularly the established residential roads surrounding the town centre, and the number of football supporters visiting local pubs on match days.
Tom Eccles, landlord of the Stratford Haven pub, is among those featured in the report, discussing the growth of West Bridgford’s hospitality sector over the past decade.
The newspaper also mentions the Saturday farmers’ market on Central Avenue and coffee shop ØKENDE, which it identifies as a venue visited by Premier League footballers.
Radcliffe-on-Trent is included as an alternative for people seeking more living space while remaining within commuting distance of Nottingham.
The report notes that Radcliffe, approximately seven miles from Nottingham city centre, has developed from a village into a larger commuter settlement.
It identifies the potential for buyers to obtain more space for their money compared with West Bridgford, while retaining access to local services and surrounding countryside.
The village’s pubs, primary school, health facilities and other amenities are mentioned, along with its proximity to the Vale of Belvoir.
The National Water Sports Centre at Holme Pierrepont is also highlighted as one of the recreational attractions in the wider area, offering activities including sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Elsewhere in the Midlands, the report features Harborne in Birmingham and Kenilworth in Warwickshire.
Harborne is recognised for its residential neighbourhoods, schools and proximity to Birmingham city centre, while Kenilworth is highlighted for its historic surroundings, parkland and appeal to families commuting to nearby cities.
Other locations selected across Britain include Didsbury and Poynton near Manchester, Alwoodley and Ilkley in Yorkshire, Gosforth and Ponteland near Newcastle, and Henleaze and Portishead near Bristol.
The wider selection also includes areas around London, Edinburgh and Cardiff.
According to Savills, the recent cooling of some suburban property markets reflects the impact of borrowing costs on buyers considering larger, longer-term family homes.
The Telegraph cites figures showing that average house prices in central Bristol have fallen by 4.3% over the past 12 months, compared with a 7.6% reduction in surrounding areas.
These figures illustrate the wider market trend considered in the report rather than specific changes in West Bridgford or Radcliffe-on-Trent.
