Overview of Whetstone

Whetstone is a village and civil parish in the Blaby district of Leicestershire, England. It has a population of 6,000 and largely acts as a commuter village for Leicester, five miles to the north. Its proximity to Leicester causes Whetstone to form part of the Leicester Urban Area. The village is bounded on the east by the A426 (on the other side of which is Blaby village), to the north by the railway line from Nuneaton to Leicester, and to the west by the M1. Whetstone was the site of Frank Whittle's factory, where jet engines were developed. Babcock Services, ITP Engines Ltd and Converteam now occupy the site, with smaller companies renting space (mainly for storing commercial vehicles). Until 2002 the site still sounded an air raid siren at 8am to wake up workers. It is well connected to Leicester town centre, with a very frequent bus service direct to Leicester. From 1899 to 1963 the village was served by Whetstone railway station. There are two schools in Whetstone: Badgerbrook primary school and St Peters primary school. The site of the Whittle factory became the English Electric Company (Later GEC) a significant part of several Nuclear power stations were made there in the 1960's and 70's. English Electric was one of the largest Engineering Companies in the Leicester area, employing thousands of workers and training hundreds of apprentices each year. At one point more than 4,000 workers had to be shipped in from Middlesex to help labour shortages and many settled permanently causing a boom in the late 60's. Apart from Blaby, nearby places are Enderby, Glen Parva, Countesthorpe, Cosby, Littlethorpe and Narborough. Whetstone is particularly well served for Football being served by Blaby and Whetstone Boys club, Whetstone Juniors Football club and Holmes Park which is the home of the Leicester & Rutland County FA

 

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2 bedroom Apartment for sale

Price
£665,000
Address
17 Oakleigh Park North London Oakleigh Park, N20 9AQ
Description
A well maintained purpose built two bedroom apartment on the second floor with a lift and is to be sold chain free. OWNERS LOVES... \"This luxury apartment block has a strong community feel with friendly and helpful neighbours and is decorated and ma...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
2 bedroom Apartment for sale

5 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£2,750,000
Address
London Oakleigh Park, N20 9JR
Description
A substantial five bedroom detached family home in excess of 4000 sq/ft set on third of an acre. All bedrooms have an en suite and the master bedroom is approximately 400sq/ft. THE OWNERS LOVES... \"We love our landscaped garden, its so quiet and the...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
5 bedroom Detached for sale

6 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£2,500,000
Address
London Oakleigh Park, N20 9JU
Description
Accessed via a gated carriage driveway is this new, luxury detached family residence measuring circa 4200 sq ft. Based in the leafy suburb of Oakleigh Park in North London this substantial home boasts six bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and flex...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
6 bedroom Detached for sale

4 bedroom Terraced for sale

Price
£720,000
Address
Whetstone Oakleigh Park, N20 9AG
Description
Spacious and modern, four double bedroom house, located in a quiet cul-de-sac close to Whetstone High Street and Totteridge and Whetstone Station. THE OWNERS LOVE \"We have loved living here as it has been so useful having so much space\" \"We all kn...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
4 bedroom Terraced for sale

3 bedroom Flat for sale

Price
£750,000
Address
17 Oakleigh Park North Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park, N20 9AQ
Description
This is a fabulous, spacious apartment in a highly desirable block in one of the area\‘s most desirable of roads. There is a carpeted entrance foyer to the main hall with a lift to the first floor leading to the apartment. There are two stations wit...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
3 bedroom Flat for sale

5 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£940,000
Address
Whetstone Oakleigh Park, N20 9AB
Description
This rarely available property is situated in a highly desirable cul-de-sac location within only a short walk of the High Road with its many shops, eateries and restaurants. Great transport connections are available via Totteridge & Whetstone underg...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
5 bedroom Detached for sale

2 bedroom Flat for sale

Price
£304,950
Address
Oakleigh Road North Whetstone Whetstone, N20 0RX
Description
PUBLIC NOTICE Hetheringtons are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £305,000 for 49 Parkwood Flats, Oakleigh Roan North, Whetstone, N20 0RX Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Hetheringtons Whetstone 1370 High Road...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
2 bedroom Flat for sale

3 bedroom Terraced for sale

Price
£825,000
Address
Whetstone London Totteridge ( Whetstone, N20 9AB
Description
This three double bedroom period property built in the Edwardian era has come to the market in good condition and in a prime location where properties on this road rarely come available. WE\‘VE NOTICED The vendors have informed me there are plans to...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
3 bedroom Terraced for sale

8 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£2,950,000
Address
Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park, N20 9JL
Description
The Cranbrook is a Victorian double fronted detached family residence built in 1888. Enjoying an elevated position set behind a block paved carriage driveway within a few minutes' walk of Oakleigh Park train station. This most welcoming of propertie...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
8 bedroom Detached for sale

4 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£2,200,000
Address
Totteridge Totteridge, N20 8EP
Description
This is arguably one of the best opportunities in the area which subject to planning could create an amazing family home nestled within an acre of stunning grounds within a short stroll of Totteridge Common. We have architects drawings for a magnifi...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
4 bedroom Detached for sale

2 bedroom Apartment for sale

Price
£649,950
Address
Oakleigh Park North Oakleigh Park London, N20 9AW
Description
The property is situated in this extremely desirable location within three quarters of a mile from Whetstone High Road, within a quarter of a mile of Oakleigh Park main line station and just over three quarters of a mile from Totteridge & Whetstone u...

Agent
Austin Chambers And Co
2 bedroom Apartment for sale

5 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£995,000
Address
Whetstone Oakleigh Park, N20 9DF
Description
This detached family home is located in a private close of similar properties within walking distance of Whetstone High Road, with its many shops, restaurants and eateries. There are two stations within close proximity. Oakleigh Park (mainline) and...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
5 bedroom Detached for sale

5 bedroom Bungalow for sale

Price
£1,495,000
Address
Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park, N20 9AN
Description
This is an extremely unique property in many aspects, whilst being located in one of the area’s most prestigious of roads. The truly flexible accommodation is split over two levels both accessed from street level due to the property being located on...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
5 bedroom Bungalow for sale

2 bedroom Flat for sale

Price
£649,950
Address
Oakleigh Park North Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park, N20 9AW
Description
This is an extremely spacious, beautifully presented apartment within a short walk of Oakleigh Park train station. The property has been well maintained by the present owners over the last 20 years which is truly testament to the property and the lo...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
2 bedroom Flat for sale

6 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£1,250,000
Address
Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park, N20 9AT
Description
A rarely available six bedroom detached house in one of the most prestigious tree lined avenues in the area. Oakleigh Park overground and Totteridge and Whetstone underground stations are a short walk away as are the many shops, restaurants and eate...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
6 bedroom Detached for sale

4 bedroom Semi-Detached for sale

Price
£1,000,000
Address
Whetstone Oakleigh Park, N20 9DE
Description
A very attractive, beautifully presented 1930s semi-detached family home in one of Whetstone's most sought after of roads within walking distance of Oakleigh Park railway station. There is a good array of shops, restaurants and eateries a short stro...

Agent
Hetheringtons Lettings
4 bedroom Semi-Detached for sale

4 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£2,200,000
Address
14 Willow End London, N20 8EP
Description
CREATE YOUR DREAM HOME... This character detached residence occupies a superb location with beautiful 0.5 acre gardens to include an outdoor swimming pool, at the head of an established cul-de-sac. The property has architects drawings to be extended...

Agent
DreamPad - Herfordshire & Essex
4 bedroom Detached for sale

5 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£1,785,000
Address
Whetstone London Oakleigh Park, N20 9JE
Description
This well maintained detached family home in excess of 2800 sq ft offers spacious living accommodation on all three floors, plenty of parking and a large rear garden. THE OWNERS LOVE \"We are blessed with such wonderful neighbours. Always helpful, fr...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
5 bedroom Detached for sale

3 bedroom Apartment for sale

Price
£875,000
Address
Oakleigh Park South Whetstone Oakleigh Park, N20 9JU
Description
This rather unique penthouse occupying the entire top floor of this small development built only 2 years ago measuring 1357 sq ft (126.1 m2)   THE OWNERS LOVE “We have beautiful views as far as the eye can see both front and back of the property” “Th...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
3 bedroom Apartment for sale

5 bedroom Detached for sale

Price
£950,000
Address
Whetstone Whetstone, N20 0BS
Description
This extended family residence is fully detached with five bedrooms, ensuite, large family kitchen/breakfast room and no upper chain. THE OWNERS LOVE \"We love the size of our kitchen and its where all the family gather round\" \"The location has bee...

Agent
Martyn Gerrard (Totteridge and Whetstone)
5 bedroom Detached for sale