Get on Google Maps (Google Local Search)

Results in Google Local Search are generated through Google Maps rather than the Google's conventional search return. These results are generally returned when a search query includes both a service and specific geographical area:

To appear in this space your website needs to be registered with Google in addition to being included in Google's normal organic listing. To register for this you should visit the Google Local Business Centre (www.google.com/local/add) and login with an existing Google account or create a new one. From there you will need follow the steps to create your listing, verify your address and complete the information requested from Google.

Where (and if) you rank on a particular search query depends on competition in the area, the keywords in the query and factors such as prevalence of your business name & address across Google's database.