Birds Lane is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 0NP is located in the Kirkley & Pakefield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birds Lane, Lowestoft, NR33 0NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 0NJ, NR33 9DA, NR33 0NH, NR33 0ND, NR33 0NA, NR33 9DW, NR33 9BW, NR33 9PX, NR33 9DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR33 0NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 51.3% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 48.7% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 37.2% | 40.8% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 38.9% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 43.9% | 44.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 36% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
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 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.1% | 24.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 14.9% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 20.7% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 7.1% | 4.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98% | 95.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
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 | 95.4% | 93.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 94.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birds Lane was 92.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.5% higher than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birds Lane has the 23rd highest crime rate of 133 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 151st highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Birds Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2025-07-25 | £154,928 |
| 7 Birds Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-02-21 | £191,205 |
| 19 Birds Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-09-08 | £155,790 |
| 19 Birds Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-12-14 | £129,892 |
| 38 Birds Lane, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-12-14 | £137,222 |
NR33 0NP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix St Peter Academy Enstone Road , NR33 0NE | 2out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Oak Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Kirkley Cliff Road , NR33 0DG | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dell Primary School Dell Road , Oulton Broad NR33 9NU | 2out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 3,300 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,783 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,331 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | 1out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 2,228 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office Adrian House , Alexandra Road NR32 1PL | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 3,039 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Remember Me Club At Lowestoft Deaf Centre | St Nicholas Community Centre, 50 Blackheath Road | 294 yd | |
| Recharge Cafe | Waveney Gymnastics Club, 104 Notley Road | 378 yd | |
| Whitton Life | 4 The Green, Lowestoft | 584 yd | |
| Lings Cafe | P F K Ling, Riverside Road | 861 yd | |
| Door To The Cosmos | 307 London Road South, Lowestoft | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fighting Cocks | The Fighting Cock, Carlton Road | 207 yd | |
| Carlton Road Sports And Social Club | 123A Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 366 yd | |
| The Drifter Public House | The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South | 968 yd | |
| Sports Bar @ The Claremont | The Zoo Club, Claremont Pier | 1,059 yd | |
| The Carlton Public House | 564 London Road South, Lowestoft | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fish | 16 Blackheath Road, Lowestoft | 294 yd | |
| Amanda's Chippy | 198 Kirkley Run, Lowestoft | 450 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 100 Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 568 yd | |
| The Grill Hut | 1 The Green, Lowestoft | 584 yd | |
| Shanghai Chef | 6 The Green, Lowestoft | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Kirkley | 233 - 239 London Road South, Lowestoft | 997 yd | |
| Central England Cooperative | 72 Pinewood Avenue, Lowestoft | 1,048 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Limited, Belvedere Road | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft-Railway Bowls And Social Club 123a 123a Carlton Road | indoor bowls | 372 yd |
| East Point Academy KIRKLEY RUN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 397 yd |
| Kirkley Middle School (Closed) Southwell Road | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Red Oak Primary School SOUTHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Swanton Herons Fc Waveney Drive | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Westwood Primary School WESTWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| St Mary'S Roman Catholic Primary School KIRKLEY CLIFF ROAD | grass pitches | 970 yd |
| Kirkley And Pakefield Sports And Social Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND WALMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.