The Spinney is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 2AP is located in the Oulton Broad electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 2012-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Spinney, Lowestoft, NR32 2AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 3BS, NR32 2PS, NR32 3BT, NR32 3BU, NR32 3AU, NR32 3BY, NR32 3AA, NR32 2PY, NR32 2QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR32 2AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 50.5% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.7% | 49.5% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 30.6% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 47.7% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 3.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 12.4% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 43.9% | 47% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 30.9% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 17.1% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 22.3% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 15.2% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.8% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 23.4% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.6% | 98.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.7% | 76.7% | -2.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Spinney was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Carlton & Whitton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Spinney, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, a newly built property | £176,500 | 2013-08-27 | £277,906 |
| 4 The Spinney, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, a newly built property | £170,000 | 2013-08-14 | £267,672 |
| 2 The Spinney, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, a newly built property | £183,950 | 2013-02-11 | £306,583 |
| 1 The Spinney, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, a newly built property | £183,950 | 2012-12-07 | £308,773 |
NR32 2AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR32 2AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Loke Primary School Butley Drive , Oulton Broad NR32 3EB | 4out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woods Loke Community Primary School Butley Drive , Oulton Broad NR32 3EB | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Primary Academy Lime Avenue , Oulton NR32 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulton Broad Primary School Christmas Lane , Oulton Broad NR32 3JX | - not rated | 1,348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dell Primary School Dell Road , Oulton Broad NR33 9NU | - not rated | 1,434 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | - not rated | 2,199 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Benjamin Britten High School Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | - not rated | 2,199 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | - not rated | 2,494 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 | 1,739 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxborough Middle School Foxborough Road , NR32 4SN | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 2,126 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harris Middle School Church Road , NR32 4JF | - not rated | 2,229 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 2,306 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 | 1,857 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowestoft Sixth Form College Rotterdam Road , NR32 2PJ | - not rated | 1,949 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Include Suffolk House 1, the Ashley School , Ashley Downs NR32 4EX | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32/34 Gordon Road , Lowestoft NR32 1NL | - not rated | 2,426 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labone Indian Cuisine | Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 458 yd | |
| Dinky Town Ltd | Dinky Town At, 58 Bridge Road | 586 yd | |
| The Hut | First Floor, 58 Bridge Road | 586 yd | |
| Enchanted Kingdom | Ground Floor Rear, 58 Bridge Road | 587 yd | |
| Jester's Diner | Lakeside Cafe, Normanston Park | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ole Frank | The Ole Frank, Gresham Avenue | 568 yd | |
| The Wolf Inn | 105-107 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 697 yd | |
| The Commodore | 15 Commodore Road, Lowestoft | 753 yd | |
| Lowestoft Haven Marina Cruising Club | Haven Marina, School Road | 994 yd | |
| Colville House | Colville House Youth Club, School Road | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MFG Greggs Oulton Broad | Shop At, Shell Garage | 322 yd | |
| Fish & Chips Gresham Avenue | Fish N Chips, Gresham Avenue | 568 yd | |
| China Garden | 50 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 600 yd | |
| Manhattan Pizza | 38 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 600 yd | |
| Wood N Dough | Shed 3, 111 Bridge Road | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 14 Gresham Avenue, Lowestoft | 568 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Normanston Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION NORMANSTON PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 582 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Lowestoft) PETO WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 822 yd |
| Barnards Soccer Centre Barnards Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.