Telesia Court is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 4BS is located in the Gunton & St Margarets electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Telesia Court, Lowestoft, NR32 4BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 4DG, NR32 4BX, NR32 4BT, NR32 4BU, NR32 4AX, NR32 4AU, NR32 4BY, NR32 4DQ, NR32 4DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR32 4BS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 54.3% | 47.2% | -7.1% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 45.7% | 52.8% | 7.1% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 4BS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.5% 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 | 43.5% | 49.5% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.7% | 17.9% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -26.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 19.3% | 15.8% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 13% | 13.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 (59.6%) 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 | 30.5% | 32.4% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -16.0% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 27.2% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 24.9% | 25.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 12.7% |
| Bad health | 12.2% | 13.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 9.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around NR32 4BS this area, 43.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 8.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.7% | 43.6% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 25.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 14.4% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14.4% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.6% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.3% | 8.8% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 8.8% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -25.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 89.7% | -8.8% | 81.4% | 8.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 97% | 91.1% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 91.1% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.6% | 76.7% | -25.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 42.7% | 13.5% | 29.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Telesia Court was 175.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 113.5% higher than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Telesia Court has the 13th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 39th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 106.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Telesia Court, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-11-23 | £176,418 |
NR32 4BS 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.
| Retired | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Primary Academy Gainsborough Drive , NR32 4LX | 3out of 4 | 887 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplars Community Primary School St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woods Loke Primary School Butley Drive , Oulton Broad NR32 3EB | 3out of 4 | 1,205 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 | 626 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,145 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,419 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 | 657 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Warren House School Warren Road , NR32 4QD | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 1,878 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Church | St Benedicts Church, Hollingsworth Road | 135 yd | |
| Gunton Baptist Church | Montgomery Avenue, Lowestoft | 215 yd | |
| Deniros Kebab And Pizza | 141 Oulton Road, Lowestoft | 900 yd | |
| The Foxburrow Beefeater | Foxburrow Inn, Yarmouth Road | 923 yd | |
| Vera G's Cakes And Teas | 161 St Margarets Road, Lowestoft | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Tenants Meeting Hall | Gunton Estate Residents Meeting Hall, Hollingsworth Road | 340 yd | |
| Norman Warrior | The Norman Warrior, Fir Lane | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingsworth Road Fish & Chip | 79 Hollingsworth Road, Lowestoft | 376 yd | |
| Village Rise Fish And Chips | 3 Village Rise, Weston Road | 533 yd | |
| Oulton Road Chippy | 139 Oulton Road, Lowestoft | 890 yd | |
| Royal Kebab | The Takeaway, Sussex Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | Aldi Store, Millennium Way | 914 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ashley School Academy Trust ASHLEY DOWNS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 547 yd |
| Poplars Primary School ST. MARGARETS ROAD | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Benjamin Britten High School BLYFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Ormiston Denes Academy YARMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 772 yd |
| Foxborough Middle School (Closed) Foxborough Road | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Saturn Close Sports Ground CORTON ROAD | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Northfield St. Nicholas Primary Academy ST. MARGARETS ROAD | grass pitches | 888 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 | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.