Rumburgh Road is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 4DW 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 Rumburgh Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 4DF, NR32 4PX, NR32 4DL, NR32 4DE, NR32 4JL, NR32 4NP, NR32 4DQ, NR32 4DN, NR32 4JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR32 4DW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 54.9% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 45.1% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 4DW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 36.2% | 42.5% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 24% | -11.7% | 44.2% | -20.2% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 20.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (68.9%) 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 | 28% | 32.8% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 42.8% | 36.1% | -6.7% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 18.4% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 9% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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.
In the area around NR32 4DW this area, 28.8% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46% | 28.8% | -17.2% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 14.1% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15.2% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 11.1% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.1% | 19.2% | 13.1% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 94.9% | 93.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 93.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.7% | 76.7% | -16.0% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 36.4% | 13.5% | 22.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rumburgh Road was 134.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.8% higher than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rumburgh Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 66th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Rumburgh Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2011-08-18 | £186,636 |
| 9 Rumburgh Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2010-05-28 | £182,974 |
| 9 Rumburgh Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £31,950 | 1998-11-06 | £167,390 |
| 7 Rumburgh Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £17,160 | 1995-07-28 | £102,113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Primary Academy Gainsborough Drive , NR32 4LX | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woods Loke Primary School Butley Drive , Oulton Broad NR32 3EB | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplars Community Primary School St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,246 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 | 1,663 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 | 952 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Warren House School Warren Road , NR32 4QD | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 2,168 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 | 419 yd | |
| Gunton Baptist Church | Montgomery Avenue, Lowestoft | 450 yd | |
| The Foxburrow Beefeater | Foxburrow Inn, Yarmouth Road | 661 yd | |
| Potters Kiln Harvester | Potters Kiln, Leisure Way | 907 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining - Customer Cafe | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Tenants Meeting Hall | Gunton Estate Residents Meeting Hall, Hollingsworth Road | 602 yd | |
| Norman Warrior | The Norman Warrior, Fir Lane | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Rise Fish And Chips | 3 Village Rise, Weston Road | 217 yd | |
| Hollingsworth Road Fish & Chip | 79 Hollingsworth Road, Lowestoft | 648 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 907 yd | |
| Evergreen Chinese Take Away | 14 Snape Drive, Lowestoft | 919 yd | |
| Oulton Road Chippy | 139 Oulton Road, Lowestoft | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | Aldi Store, Millennium Way | 628 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Britten High School BLYFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 450 yd |
| Foxborough Middle School (Closed) Foxborough Road | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| The Ashley School Academy Trust ASHLEY DOWNS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 826 yd |
| Poplars Primary School ST. MARGARETS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| Ormiston Denes Academy YARMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,091 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.