Normanston Drive is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 2PP 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 Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, NR32 2PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 2RF, NR32 2RA, NR32 2PU, NR32 2RD, NR32 2QP, NR32 2QE, NR32 2RS, NR32 2QW, NR32 3EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR32 2PP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% of residents 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 | 48.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 24.3% | 33.6% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 41.7% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 13% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 9% | -4.8% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.9% | 32.8% | 7.9% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 33.2% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 24% | 21.2% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 8.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 10.4% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 6.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 26.9% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 7.8% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 13.7% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 18.7% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.2% | 97.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Normanston Drive was 8.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.8% lower than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Normanston Drive has the 14th lowest crime rate of 133 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 61st lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 166A Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,750 | 2016-08-26 | £89,011 |
| 168 Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2015-08-28 | £103,427 |
| 172 Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2015-01-09 | £80,237 |
| 172 Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2012-12-03 | £82,440 |
| 166A Normanston Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2008-07-07 | £72,359 |
NR32 2PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Loke Primary School Butley Drive , Oulton Broad NR32 3EB | 3out of 4 | 572 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes Primary Academy Lime Avenue , Oulton NR32 3BQ | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplars Community Primary School St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 4,181 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,188 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,339 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 1,849 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 1,887 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jester's Diner | Lakeside Cafe, Normanston Park | 412 yd | |
| Deniros Kebab And Pizza | 141 Oulton Road, Lowestoft | 552 yd | |
| East Anglia Gymnastics - Lowestoft | Unit 2, Leyland Court | 602 yd | |
| Costa Coffee (Drive Thru) | 11 North Quay Retail Park, Peto Way | 625 yd | |
| Bannatynes Health Club | Peto Way, Lowestoft | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Warrior | The Norman Warrior, Fir Lane | 417 yd | |
| Ole Frank | The Ole Frank, Gresham Avenue | 749 yd | |
| The Mariners Rest | 60-62 Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft | 820 yd | |
| Lake Lothing | Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oulton Road Chippy | 139 Oulton Road, Lowestoft | 566 yd | |
| Fish & Chips Gresham Avenue | Fish N Chips, Gresham Avenue | 749 yd | |
| Dragon 2000 | 10 Rotterdam Road, Lowestoft | 820 yd | |
| Evergreen Chinese Take Away | 14 Snape Drive, Lowestoft | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MWM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket, 12 North Quay Retail Park | 625 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse By Iceland | Unit 20B, North Quay Retail Park | 625 yd | |
| Lidl | North Quay Retail Park, Peto Way | 625 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 14 Gresham Avenue, Lowestoft | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Normanston Park THE PAVILION THE PAVILION NORMANSTON PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 370 yd |
| Barnards Soccer Centre Barnards Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Lowestoft) PETO WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 680 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% |
| Median download speed | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.