The Thirsk

Ruddington offers a strong and supportive educational environment for families, with access to well-regarded primary schools, nearby secondary schools, and good connections to further education institutions in the wider Nottingham area.

🏫 Primary Schools in Ruddington

1. St Peter’s CofE Junior School
   • A well-rated Church of England school known for its caring ethos and strong academic support.
2. James Peacock Infant and Nursery School
   • Offers early years and Key Stage 1 education, often praised for its nurturing atmosphere and community focus.

Both schools have a good local reputation and are frequently mentioned by families relocating to the area.

🎓 Secondary Schools Nearby

Ruddington itself doesn’t have a secondary school, but it sits within the catchment of several strong options in the surrounding area, including:

• Rushcliffe School (West Bridgford)
  • Ofsted rated Outstanding
  • Highly regarded for both academic results and extracurricular offerings.
• The Becket School (Catholic Voluntary Academy)
  • Ofsted rated Good
  • A popular choice for families seeking a faith-based education.
• South Wolds Academy (Keyworth)
  • Ofsted rated Good
  • Smaller community-focused secondary with strong pastoral support.

🎓 Further Education & Colleges

• Nottingham College – One of the largest FE colleges in the region, offering a wide range of vocational courses, A-levels, and apprenticeships.
• University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University – Both easily accessible for higher education opportunities.

🚉 Transport Links in Ruddington, Nottinghamshire

Ruddington is well-connected for commuters, families, and professionals alike — offering excellent transport options into Nottingham city centre and the wider East Midlands.

🚌 By Bus

• Frequent services connect Ruddington to Nottingham (approx. every 10–15 minutes during peak times).
• The Nottingham City Transport (NCT) Green Line buses provide direct access to:
  • Nottingham city centre (in 20–25 minutes)
  • West Bridgford and Clifton
  • Local stops within Ruddington and surrounding villages

🚗 By Car

• Just 5 miles from Nottingham, Ruddington offers quick access to key road networks:
  • A52, A60, and A453 are all nearby
  • M1 (Junction 24) is approximately 20 minutes away, connecting to Leicester, Derby, and further afield

🚆 By Train (Nearby Stations)

• While Ruddington itself doesn’t have a passenger rail station, nearby options include:
  • Nottingham Station – Major East Midlands hub (15–20 mins by car or bus)
    • Direct services to London St Pancras (~1hr 45), Leicester, Derby, and Lincoln
  • Beeston Station – Another useful local option for regional travel

✈️ Air Travel

• East Midlands Airport is around 20–25 minutes by car, offering flights across the UK and Europe — ideal for business or leisure travel.

🛍️ Local Amenities in Ruddington, Nottinghamshire

Ruddington offers the charm of village life with the convenience of a well-connected community — making it a sought-after location for families, professionals, and downsizers alike.

🛒 Shops & Essentials

• A range of independent shops, bakeries, and convenience stores on the high street
• Co-op Food and Sainsbury’s Local for everyday groceries
• Local butcher, pharmacy, and post office all within walking distance

🍽️ Cafés, Pubs & Dining

• A welcoming choice of traditional pubs, including The White Horse Inn and The Frame Breakers
• Popular cafés like Philo’s and The Old Bakehouse Tea Room
• Family-friendly restaurants and takeaways catering to a range of tastes

🌳 Green Spaces & Leisure

• Rushcliffe Country Park – over 200 acres of green space, walking trails, play areas, and a lake
• Ruddington Village Green – a hub for local events and a peaceful outdoor space
• Several playgrounds and sports facilities, including tennis courts and football pitches

🏛️ Culture & Community

• Ruddington Village Museum and The Great Central Railway (Heritage Centre) celebrate local history and offer family-friendly attractions
• A library, community centre, and active local groups bring residents together
• Monthly village markets and seasonal events foster a strong sense of community

🏥 Health & Wellbeing

• GP surgery and dental practices in the village
• Local opticians, physiotherapy, and wellness services
• Nearby access to Queen’s Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital

Most buyers who can’t afford to buy a home outright can apply to buy through shared ownership.

We may also be able to help if you need to move because of a relationship breakdown or if your work requires you to live in an area outside your price range.

In order to buy through the Shared Ownership scheme, you must be able to demonstrate that you can afford and sustain home ownership. If you proceed with Shared Ownership you will be required to undertake an affordability assessment.

You must meet our adverse credit policy, if you have a history of adverse credit you are unlikely to be accepted depending on individual circumstances.

Shared owners still have to pay many of the usual costs involved in buying a home.

Reservation fee

We will ask you for a £250 deposit to reserve your chosen home. When the sale goes through we put this towards your purchase payments. However, we cannot refund it if the sale does not go through.

Mortgage deposit and fees

Most mortgage lenders will ask for a 5% or 10% deposit towards the price of the share you want to buy. They are also likely to charge a valuation fee and administration fees.

Legal fees

Solicitors’ charges can vary so it is best to get a few estimates. You will also have to pay Land Registry and local search fees, and may have to pay stamp duty depending on the value of the property.

After you've moved in

You also need to budget for the ongoing costs of owning a home.

Mortgage repayments

You will have to make monthly mortgage repayments to your lender. Depending upon the type of mortgage you have, these repayments may vary as interest rates change.

Rent

You pay a subsidised monthly rent to us on the share of your home which we own. The amount is reviewed on the 1st April each year.

Service charges

You will have to pay a small charge if your home has any facilities or communal areas which we maintain, such as shared entrance halls, lighting and grounds. Your service charge will also include your buildings insurance and your management fee.

Household bills

These include your council tax and utility bills for water, gas and electricity.

Repairs

We will arrange for any defects on new-build homes to be repaired during a set time period. After that time has elapsed, you will be responsible for arranging and paying for all repairs to your home.

Home contents insurance

We provide buildings insurance with the cost of your service charge but this does not cover your belongings. We strongly recommend you arrange your own home contents insurance.

Much will depend on your other financial commitments and what property/share you want to buy. We don't want you to be overstretched, so we need to be sure that you can afford to pay your mortgage and rent. We look at each application individually and will advise you on your options.

Shared ownership schemes are backed by government funding to help people on smaller incomes. So you will not qualify for most shared ownership schemes if your household income is less than £10,000 or more than £80,000 a year.

On the property listings for some of our shared ownership homes, you will see that we state a local connection to the area is required.

This generally applies in rural areas and small villages where land has been made available specifically for affordable housing to meet the needs of local people, rather than for private development.

These are known as ‘rural exception sites’ or 'protected areas' and are controlled by ‘Section 106 Agreements’. They aim to help local people and families afford homes in the area where they grew up.

The local connection criteria can vary between different developments, but is usually based on the following:

applicant was born in the area and has lived there for a number of years

applicant has permanently lived in the area for a number of years

applicant used to live in the area for a number of years but had to move away because of the lack of affordable housing

applicant has been permanently employed in the area for a number of years

The number of years is usually between 2 and 5, although this differs by local authority

Usually priority is given to applicants with a local connection to the parish. If there are still properties remaining, allocation will be opened up to surrounding parishes and then to the whole of the local authority area. This ensures that the homes are occupied by residents as local to the area as possible.

If you want to find out more about the local connection criteria for a particular development, or check if you qualify, please email sales@platformhg.com

Yes you can, once you have moved into your Shared Ownership property, providing you can afford it, you are able to buy more of your home through the process of Staircasing.