Forest View

Development Overview

Forest View is a new build homes development by Persimmon Homes, located at 1 Butterfly Lane (Collyer Road), Calverton, Nottinghamshire, NG14 6SL. The development is situated in a popular village seven miles northeast of Nottingham city centre, offering a balance of countryside living and accessibility to major urban areas. The current available properties include a selection of 3 and 4 bedroom new build houses, comprising both detached and semi-detached styles. Pricing for available new build homes at Forest View currently ranges from approximately £255,000 to £360,000. For instance, The Souter, a 3-bedroom semi-detached home, is listed from £255,000, while The Chatsworth, a 3-bedroom detached house, is available from £285,000. Larger family homes, such as the 4-bedroom detached 'Roseberry' house type, are listed from approximately £333,000.

Persimmon Homes, the developer, holds an HBF 5-star status, indicating that over 9 out of 10 customers would recommend them to a friend based on the national New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey. Potential buyers should, however, note that general public reviews for the developer often cite contrasting experiences regarding build quality and post-completion snagging, suggesting that individual site experience can vary.

Property Details

New homes at Forest View are available with three or four bedrooms, incorporating contemporary layouts designed for modern family life. Specific house designs include the 3-bedroom 'Chatsworth' and 'Souter' models, and the 4-bedroom 'Roseberry,' which is a detached home featuring an integral garage. The larger 'Lumley' is a four-bedroom, three-storey property. Common features across several house types include an open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors providing access to the rear garden, promoting energy efficiency for reduced monthly bills. Purchasers may have access to schemes such as Deposit Unlock, Part Exchange, and the Own New Rate Reducer Scheme, subject to specific plot availability, criteria, and terms.

Location Benefits

Forest View is positioned on the northern edge of Calverton village, with local shops, pubs, and schools within easy walking distance. Local amenities include a Co-op branch, the Calverton Fish Bar, and traditional pubs like The Admiral Rodney and The Gleaners Inn. The Calverton Leisure Centre, which is located nearby, offers three swimming pools and a fitness facility. A Farmers Market is held every Thursday morning at The Admiral Rodney.

Transport links are readily available. The development is well-located between the A6097 and A614, facilitating road travel to Mansfield, Newark-on-Trent, and Derby. Nottingham city centre is approximately a 30-minute drive away. For public transport, the Nottingham City Transport (NCT) 61 (Sky Blue Line) and Trent Barton bus services run regularly from St Wilfrids Square into Nottingham, with an estimated journey time of 31 to 37 minutes. Rail connections can be accessed via nearby Hucknall or Bulwell train stations, linking to the wider UK rail network via Nottingham station.

Practical Information

The new build development offers a choice of 3 and 4 bedroom homes with an overall price range of £255,000 to £360,000. Local primary schools, St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School and Manor Park Infant and Nursery School, are both rated 'Good' by Ofsted, with the latter's latest inspection being from July 2021 and St Wilfrid's being Good with Outstanding features in March 2025. Secondary education is provided by Colonel Frank Seely Academy, situated on a complex that also houses the leisure centre. Specific completion dates and viewing arrangements are plot-dependent; interested parties should contact the developer directly via the Forest View sales office on 0115 774 1263 for current availability and to book an appointment.