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Radford

Ward in Nottingham, England

Coordinates:52.956, -1.173
OS grid ref:SK 55 40
Dialling code: 0115 (Nottingham)
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Radford is an inner‑city ward just to the west of Nottingham city centre, made up of Victorian terraces, some post‑war council housing and small commercial streets. Its location close to the universities and main transport routes means it’s well connected and often busy with commuters and students.

Once a distinctly industrial, working‑class area shaped by factories and rail links, Radford is now ethnically diverse and culturally lively, with independent shops, community centres and ongoing regeneration projects. Local life mixes long‑standing families, students and newer residents, giving the area a strong local identity and active community groups.

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Transport links

  • East Midlands Airport 10.8 miles17.3 km
  • Doncaster Sheffield Airport 37 miles59.5 km
  • Nottingham Railway Station 1.3 miles2.2 km
  • Beeston Railway Station 2.8 miles4.6 km
  • Nottingham Bus Station 1.3 miles2 km

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Schools in Radford

  • Mellers Primary School Primary
  • Radford Primary School Academy Primary

Local points of interest

  • Broadmarsh Shopping centre 1.1 miles1.8 km
  • Meadow Lane Stadium 1.8 miles2.9 km
  • City Ground Stadium 2 miles3.3 km
  • Nottingham Racecourse Recreation 2.8 miles4.5 km
  • Clifton Hall Country house 3.5 miles5.6 km
  • Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre Museum 5 miles8.1 km
  • Pride Park Stadium 11.8 miles18.9 km
  • Donington Park Recreation 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Field Mill Stadium 12.6 miles20.3 km
  • The Impact arena Stadium 12.9 miles20.7 km
  • Garendon Abbey Historic site 13 miles21 km
  • Southwell Racecourse Recreation 13.6 miles21.9 km