Harrington Avenue is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 4JU 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 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, NR32 4JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 4JY, NR32 4JT, NR32 4QA, NR32 4QB, NR32 4LA, NR32 4JX, NR32 4LF, NR32 4PR, NR32 4LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR32 4JU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 55.1% | 54% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 44.9% | 46% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR32 4JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.5% | 19% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 61.6% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.9% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 32.2% | 36.8% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 50.2% | 39.4% | -10.8% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 14.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 6.5% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.5% | 20.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 10.9% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.3% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 9% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 27.3% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3.1% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.6% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 97.8% | 98.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.2% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrington Avenue was 3.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.4% lower than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrington Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 14th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-05-29 | £244,597 |
| 1 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-16 | £256,037 |
| 8 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-09-28 | £473,783 |
| 7 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £244,500 | 2020-08-14 | £288,224 |
| 20 Harrington Avenue, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-02-13 | £208,664 |
NR32 4JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 4JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Primary Academy Gainsborough Drive , NR32 4LX | 3out of 4 | 382 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplars Community Primary School St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Corton NR32 5HW | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,845 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 | 1,917 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Warren House School Warren Road , NR32 4QD | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 2,157 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 | 686 yd | |
| Gunton Baptist Church | Montgomery Avenue, Lowestoft | 981 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining - Customer Cafe | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 1,062 yd | |
| Potters Kiln Harvester | Potters Kiln, Leisure Way | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Tenants Meeting Hall | Gunton Estate Residents Meeting Hall, Hollingsworth Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingsworth Road Fish & Chip | 79 Hollingsworth Road, Lowestoft | 1,024 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 1,062 yd | |
| Village Rise Fish And Chips | 3 Village Rise, Weston Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, Leisure Way | 1,062 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dip Farm Playing Fields Corton Road | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Saturn Close Sports Ground CORTON ROAD | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Dip Farm Corton Road | golf | 939 yd |
| Ormiston Denes Academy YARMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 959 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 5.3% |
| Median download speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.