Marine Parade is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 0QL 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 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, NR33 0QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 0AS, NR33 0PH, NR33 0QN, NR33 0AH, NR33 0PN, NR33 0PL, NR33 0AG, NR33 0AB, NR33 0PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR33 0QL is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 50% | 46.4% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 50% | 53.6% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 NR33 0QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.5% 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 | 40.3% | 47.5% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.4% | 20.1% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -24.1% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 22.5% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 6.9% | -9.8% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (56.2%) 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 | 30.8% | 23.3% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -25.1% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.9% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 25.2% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 12.5% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 14.8% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 10.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 NR33 0QL this area, 31.4% 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 31.4% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 12.3% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 13.7% | 8.8% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 20.1% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 7.6% | 3.4% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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 | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.3% | 95.7% | 3.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 90% | 10.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 11.5% | 6.2% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 2.4% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 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 | 78.2% | 91.3% | 13.1% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 1.4% | -9.5% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 29.9% | 13.5% | 16.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marine Parade was 330.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 301.7% higher than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marine Parade has the 4th highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 12th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 171.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 13 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-11-08 | £170,905 |
| 22 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2024-09-20 | £248,757 |
| 23 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-06-19 | £303,868 |
| Flat 1 13 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-02-04 | £200,638 |
| 11 Marine Parade, Lowestoft, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-06-19 | £415,718 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix St Peter Academy Enstone Road , NR33 0NE | 2out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Kirkley Cliff Road , NR33 0DG | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Primary Academy Church Road , NR32 4JF | 2out of 4 | 1,763 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 | 1,367 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 3,115 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,298 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 | 1,376 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 850 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 | 1,252 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 2,186 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harbour Harbour Pupil Referral Unit , Saturn Close NR32 4TD | 3out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slice | East Point Pavilion, Royal Plain | 137 yd | |
| Toasties | East Point Pavilion, Royal Plain | 137 yd | |
| Oriental Kitchen | 7 Pier Terrace, Lowestoft | 194 yd | |
| Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club | Royal Norfolk And Suffolk Yacht Club, Royal Plain | 220 yd | |
| Fortune Cookie Restaurant | 109A London Road South, Lowestoft | 233 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Toby's Beers At East Point Pavilion | East Point Pavilion, Royal Plain | 137 yd | |
| Iconic/Notleys | Notleys, Royal Thoroughfare | 162 yd | |
| Chipsters/The Harbour | The Harbour Inn, Royal Thoroughfare | 193 yd | |
| Blues & Bloater | 6 Mill Road, Lowestoft | 219 yd | |
| Pot Black Club | Parade Road South, Lowestoft | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slice (Outside Unit) | Kiosk, East Point Pavilion | 142 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Marine Parade | 163 yd | |
| Marina Kebab | 4 Pier Terrace, Lowestoft | 194 yd | |
| B19 Boy | 3 Pier Terrace, Lowestoft | 194 yd | |
| Ice Cream Hut | The Beach Hut, South Pier | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Limited, Belvedere Road | 458 yd | |
| Co-op Kirkley | 233 - 239 London Road South, Lowestoft | 618 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 82 - 84 London Road North, Lowestoft | 686 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 15 The Britten Centre, London Road North | 767 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | 105 London Road North, Lowestoft | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkley Middle School (Closed) Southwell Road | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Red Oak Primary School SOUTHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 853 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 | 71.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.