Corton Road is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR32 4PW 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 Corton Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR32 4PP, NR32 4PF, NR32 4PG, NR32 4PQ, NR32 4PN, NR32 4TB, NR32 4TE, NR32 4JW, NR32 4JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR32 4PW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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% | 49.1% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 45.7% | 50.9% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR32 4PW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 19% | 26.8% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 53.5% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 7.5% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 35.7% | 41.1% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 35.4% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 18.2% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.3% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.5% | 19.8% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 7.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 18.6% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 31.2% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.9% | 95.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corton Road was 49.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.4% lower than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Corton Road has the 47th lowest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 294th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Corton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2024-12-19 | £350,816 |
| 111 Corton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-06-04 | £302,393 |
| 99 Corton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-05-26 | £436,845 |
| 107 Corton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-03-10 | £377,401 |
| 71 Corton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2019-12-20 | £373,070 |
NR32 4PW 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 4PW 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 | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplars Community Primary School St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gunton Primary Academy Gainsborough Drive , NR32 4LX | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy St Margaret's Road , NR32 4HN | 2out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | 3out of 4 | 1,978 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 602 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,583 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 | 1,566 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 | 408 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 864 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 1,694 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 | 778 yd | |
| Martello Coffee House | Whapload Road, Lowestoft | 881 yd | |
| Giardino Sparrows Nest | Giardino At Sparrows Nest Gardens, Whapload Road | 881 yd | |
| Gunton Baptist Church | Montgomery Avenue, Lowestoft | 983 yd | |
| Vera G's Cakes And Teas | 161 St Margarets Road, Lowestoft | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunton Tenants Meeting Hall | Gunton Estate Residents Meeting Hall, Hollingsworth Road | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kebab | The Takeaway, Sussex Road | 819 yd | |
| Hollingsworth Road Fish & Chip | 79 Hollingsworth Road, Lowestoft | 921 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 100 Oxford Road, Lowestoft | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saturn Close Sports Ground CORTON ROAD | grass pitches | 75 yd |
| Ormiston Denes Academy YARMOUTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Denes Oval UNDERCLIFF COTTAGE UNDERCLIFF COTTAGE THE RAVINE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 643 yd |
| Dip Farm Playing Fields Corton Road | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Poplars Primary School ST. MARGARETS ROAD | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| The Ashley School Academy Trust ASHLEY DOWNS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 922 yd |
| Northfield St. Nicholas Primary Academy ST. MARGARETS ROAD | grass pitches | 968 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 | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.