Colston Bassett, Nottingham, NG12 3FE

Colston Bassett is an English village in the Vale of Belvoir, in the Rushcliffe district of southeast Nottinghamshire, close to its border with Leicestershire. It lies by the River Smite. The population in 2001 of 225, including Wiverton Hall, increased to 399 at the 2011 Census, finally falling to 356 in the 2021 Census. The settlement is classified as a village and civil parish, indicating a small, close‑knit community. Its location in the Vale of Belvoir places it within a rural landscape characterised by gentle hills and agricultural land. The proximity to the River Smite suggests a landscape with water features that may add to the scenic quality of the area. The population trend shows modest growth followed by a slight decline, reflecting a stable but small community. The NG 12 postcode situates it within the Nottingham postal area, linking it administratively to the broader region of Nottinghamshire.