London Road North is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 1HE is located in the Harbour & Normanston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road North, Lowestoft, NR32 1HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 1HB, NR32 1NE, NR32 1EQ, NR32 1NB, NR32 1NY, NR32 1DY, NR32 1JQ, NR32 1HJ, NR32 1NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR32 1HE is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.6% | 46.6% | 3.0% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 56.4% | 53.4% | -3.0% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NR32 1HE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.2% | 67.7% | 20.5% | 37.9% | 29.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.7% | 14.1% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -30.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 16.2% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 1% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32% | 38.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 15.5% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 11% | 7.8% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 14.9% | -20.2% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 17.8% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 8.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 20.8% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 10.9% | 8.8% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 16.8% | 10.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 15.8% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -18.0% |
| Other | 8.9% | 3% | -5.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 92% | 96.6% | 4.6% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 88.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 88.8% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.8% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 0.9% | -3.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.9% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.9% | 13.5% | 18.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65% | 37.2% | 27.8% |
| Christian | 19.7% | 46.2% | -26.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 6% | 0.6% | 5.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road North was 854.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 847.8% higher than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road North has the highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 4th highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 580.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 London Road North, Lowestoft, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2016-09-08 | £657,207 |
NR32 1HE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NR32 1HE area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Retired | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 921 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Community Primary School Church Road , NR32 4JF | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | - not rated | 1,506 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Denes High School Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | - not rated | 1,506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | - not rated | 2,861 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman Hill Middle School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 921 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harris Middle School Church Road , NR32 4JF | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxborough Middle School Foxborough Road , NR32 4SN | - not rated | 2,816 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 3,695 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Coast College St Peter's Street , NR32 2NB | - not rated | 970 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowestoft Sixth Form College Rotterdam Road , NR32 2PJ | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ness Point School 32/34 Gordon Road , Lowestoft NR32 1NL | - not rated | 247 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 386 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglican Academy of Arts Holm View , 63 High Street NR32 1JB | - not rated | 481 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | - not rated | 1,567 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Include Suffolk House 1, the Ashley School , Ashley Downs NR32 4EX | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Doors Coffee Shop | 152 London Road North, Lowestoft | 12 yd | |
| Heils Bakery | 145 London Road North, Lowestoft | 81 yd | |
| The Unity Centre | Unit 1, 6 Milton Road East | 145 yd | |
| The Fort | Unit 3, 6 Milton Road East | 152 yd | |
| Starbucks | 102 - 104 London Road North, Lowestoft | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Welcome | 182 London Road North, Lowestoft | 21 yd | |
| The Carousel | 108 High Street, Lowestoft | 187 yd | |
| Lowestoft Ex Servicemans Club | 14 - 16 Gordon Road, Lowestoft | 190 yd | |
| The Lowestoft Players Ltd | The Bethel, Battery Green Road | 216 yd | |
| Lifeboatmens Social Club | Lowestoft Lifeboatmens Social Club, Hamilton Road | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salty Crow | 127 London Road North, Lowestoft | 73 yd | |
| A Piece Of Cake | 120 - 121 High Street, Lowestoft | 242 yd | |
| Royal Dragon | 39 - 41 St Peters Street, Lowestoft | 289 yd | |
| Lan Tin | 77 Raglan Street, Lowestoft | 408 yd | |
| New Shanghai Chinese | 67 Love Road, Lowestoft | 448 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 105 London Road North, Lowestoft | 161 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 15 The Britten Centre, London Road North | 258 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 82 - 84 London Road North, Lowestoft | 304 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft Town Fc LOVE ROAD | grass pitches | 580 yd |
| Better Body Gym 7-8-9 Capital Trading Estate 7-8-9 Capital Trading Estate Whapload Road | health and fitness suite | 988 yd |
| The Harris Middle School (Closed) Church Road | 1,005 yd | |
| Waterlane Leisure Centre Water Lane | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,089 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.