The Office for National Statistics shows a huge 78% increase in average property value in Mansfield when comparing 2021 to 2020 prices. Mansfield is very much becoming an area of regeneration and being recognised for its high yield opportunities. In this blog, we explore why Mansfield could be a great place to buy a property, either as the main occupier, or the next addition to your property portfolio.
Belvoir’s Exclusive Partnership With Piper Homes
Belvoir is delighted to have been successful in a bid to work with Piper Homes in their first new housing development in Mansfield; High Oakham Hill. Piper Homes’ excellent reputation for delivering high end and top quality housing makes this news all the more exciting with Mansfield’s growing status.
From Piper’s latest development, you can expect to see a range of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes in a variety of different styles and designs, there is also a mix of two and three storey homes, all specifically designed to take advantage of the developments elevated typography and outstanding views.
So.. Why Choose Mansfield?
Mansfield is not only rich in history, but it is also conveniently positioned among the major towns and cities of Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire.
It offers plenty of wonderful attractions, including big-name businesses and its own shopping centre. As well as this, the historical Sherwood Forest and Sherwood Pines are only a short distance away.
Other reasons why you should choose Mansfield include:
High Yielding Properties
Mansfield has seen phenomenal house price growth in recent years, in particular, the Oak Tree area of Mansfield, topped the list of locations with the fastest house price growth throughout the whole of Nottinghamshire in the year to June 2021.
The average home in this area sells for around £197,500 – a 78% increase from the year before when the sale price averaged £111,250.
The average cost was also more than nine times the £21,000 you would typically have paid in the area in the year to June 2001.
Family Fun
Whether it’s raining or sunny, there’s always something to do as a family in Mansfield, owing to the numerous recreational centres strewn across the town. The i-Jump Trampoline Park, located just north of the town centre, is the ideal spot for kids and adults to burn off some energy.
Alternatively, challenge yourself at Water Meadows Swimming Centre’s wave machine and waterslides, try your luck at Mansfield Superbowl, or see the newest movie at Mansfield Odeon, all of which are within a five-minute drive of High Oakham Ridge.
The historic Sherwood Forest is around seven miles northeast of Mansfield town centre.
Well Connected
Mansfield railway station provides regular trains to Nottingham and Worksop, both of which take just over 30 minutes. As for getting around in the car, Nottingham is just 14 miles to the south, Sheffield 25 miles to the north. If you’re travelling further afield, the M1 motorway just over 6 miles away ensuring you are well connected to the rest of the Midlands and beyond.
Industry Investment
The opening of Amazon’s fourth fulfilment centre in the East Midlands after Coalville, Chesterfield and Kegworth was in the Mansfield/Sutton-in-Ashfield area. This opening created more than 1,000 permanent jobs for people in the region and continues to expand.
In addition to this, In 2018, a study was conducted which considered median monthly take-home salary, average monthly mortgage repayment, cost of living, unemployment levels, and job growth. The aim of the study was to rank locations in the UK from best place to earn a living to worst. Mansfield was named the third best place to make a living in the Midlands.
Good Schools
In Mansfield and the neighbouring areas, families wanting to purchase or rent may expect to discover some great schools. Ofsted has given five primary schools in Mansfield the ‘Outstanding’ rating
‘Outstanding’ Primary Schools in Mansfield include:
- Crescent Primary School
- Nettleworth Infant and Nursery School
- Yeoman Park Academy
- Dalestorth Primary and Nursery School
- Dawn House School
‘Good’ Primary Schools in Mansfield include:
- Mansfield Primary Academy
- Sutton Road Primary
- Asquith Primary
- Intake Farm Primary
- High Oakham Primary
‘Good’ Secondary Schools in Mansfield include:
- The Brunts Academy
- All Saints Catholic Voluntary Academy
- The Beech Academy
- The Manor Academy
- Quarrydale Academy
- The Garibaldi School
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