Why Lockley Gardens is the perfect place to call home

Finding the right family home is about more than the property itself. You need to look at the daily school run, nearby activities for the kids at the weekend, and how easily you can travel to see family.

Lockley Gardens is located in St Nicolas Park, one of the most sought-after areas to raise a family in Warwickshire. Here’s why this new build development in Nuneaton is so popular with families looking for their forever home.

1. A great location for commuting

Tucked away in the heart of the Midlands, Nuneaton, Warwickshire sits just 10 miles north of Coventry and 20 miles east of Birmingham. From Nuneaton railway station, you can reach Birmingham in under 30 minutes, Coventry in around 20, and with direct services via West Midlands Rail, Manchester and London are both just over an hour away. Heading abroad? Birmingham Airport is only 25 minutes by car, perfect for those family getaways.

And for everyday trips, there's a bus stop on Crown Lane, near Lockley Gardens, which offers direct routes into Nuneaton town centre and Tamworth.

2. Adventure on your doorstep

One of the greatest benefits of living right in the centre of the Midlands is just how much there is to do, and Lockley Gardens ensures you can make the best of it all.

You’ll find plenty of things to do in Nuneaton and the surrounding areas to keep even the most restless of kids entertained. Just over 20 minutes away, Twycross Zoo is a family favourite, while Warwick Castle is perfect for letting little imaginations run wild through centuries of history. For something closer to home, Hoar Park farm is popular with people of all ages and offers petting zoos, alpaca feeding, an adventure playground, and a craft village.

Culture lovers won't be short of options either, the Coventry Transport Museum is an interesting and inspiring day out, and with Birmingham just 30 minutes away, weekend trips to the Bullring, city restaurants, or a night out (yes, parents deserve those too) are all well within reach. And when you need to head to the capital, London is only an hour away by train.

3. Fantastic education you can rely on

Lockley Gardens is close to two good primary schools: St Nicolas CE Primary School and Milby Primary School, both in the leafy St Nicholas Park area and just five minutes from our houses for sale in Nuneaton.

As your children grow, Higham Lane School, rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, is one of the best secondary schools in Nuneaton, ensuring your child gets an exceptional education during their most important years. For older teens, North Warwickshire College offers a wide range of further education and vocational courses. Conveniently, both can be reached on the number six bus from the stop near Lockley Gardens.

And for those ready to take the leap into university life without travelling too far from home, world-class options are just down the road, including Russell Group institutions the University of Birmingham and the University of Warwick.

4. Nearby green spaces to explore

Every family needs green space to explore, and Nuneaton has plenty of it. The leafy suburb of St Nicholas Park is right on the doorstep, and Buttermere Park with its dedicated play area is an easy walk from the development. What’s more, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council have thoughtfully upgraded the facilities there, with separate zones for younger children and older kids and teens.

For those days when you want to really stretch your legs, Hartshill Hayes Country Park sits on the northern edge of Nuneaton and offers ancient hilly woodland, glorious bluebell displays in spring, and miles of trails perfect for family walks and weekend picnics. Riversley Park, is another lovely option with a popular play area that younger children will love in the town centre.

5. Homes built with your family’s future in mind

And of course, the best part about living at Lockley Gardens are the homes themselves.

With over 130 years of experience building new homes in the East Midlands, Jelson knows what a family home needs to look, feel, and function like.

Quality is built into every brick. Jelson Homes uses traditional construction methods with solid internal walls, and key components are crafted in our own in-house workshop, meaning your home is built from quality materials by expert craftsmen to withstand the test of time.

Plus, with a range of energy efficient features including solar panels, air source heat pumps, energy-efficient heating systems, and double-glazed windows, these energy-efficient homes at Lockley Gardens will keep your bills low for years to come.

Buy your dream new home in Nuneaton with Jelson Homes

Looking for your perfect family home? Explore our houses for sale in Nuneaton at Lockley Gardens to learn more about what this wonderful development has to offer.

Frequently Asked Questions: Why Lockley Gardens is perfect for families

Is Nuneaton a good place to raise a family?  

Absolutely, Nuneaton offers a range of affordable housing, highly rated schools, green open spaces, and easy access to popular cities.

How well-connected is Nuneaton?

Nuneaton is very well-connected. From Nuneaton railway station, Birmingham is under 30 minutes away and Coventry just 20, making it a practical base for working parents. There are also direct bus routes into Nuneaton town centre from the bus stop near Lockley Gardens, and Birmingham Airport is only 25 minutes by car, ideal for family holidays.

Are there good schools in Nuneaton?

Yes, in fact, St Nicolas CE Primary School and Milby Primary School are both within five minutes of Lockley Gardens and rated 'Good' by Ofsted. For secondary education, Higham Lane School in Nuneaton town centre holds an 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, one of the best in the area.