Local area guide
Living in Burton upon Trent
Around Drakelow Park by David Wilson Homes · Derbyshire
The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Burton upon Trent.
Area at a glance
Burton upon Trent, at a glance
Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.
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Drakelow enjoys a pleasant village setting on the Derbyshire-Staffordshire border, offering residents easy access to Burton upon Trent's amenities while maintaining a peaceful character. The area benefits from good transport links, with the A38 providing quick connections to Birmingham, Derby, and the M6 corridor. Local schooling options include Drakelow Primary School and several well-regarded secondary schools in nearby Burton upon Trent. For shopping and dining, residents can reach Burton upon Trent town centre in minutes, offering major supermarkets like Tesco and Asda, plus a variety of restaurants and pubs. The location provides excellent access to the countryside, with the River Trent nearby for scenic walks. Commuters appreciate the proximity to major employment centres, with Lichfield reachable in around 30 minutes and excellent links to the wider Midlands region for work opportunities.
Nearby essentials
What’s within reach
Straight-line distance from Drakelow Park to the nearest of each.
Nearest supermarket
Sainsbury's Local
0.8mi
straight line
Nearest GP surgery
Your Local GP
0.5mi
straight line
Nearest primary school
River View Primary and Nursery School
1.1mi
straight line
Nearest train station
Burton-on-Trent
2.0mi
straight line
Town centre
Coopers Square
1.8mi
straight line
Local trades
Already working near Burton upon Trent
Finishing trades whose coverage area includes Drakelow Park.
