Carlton Road is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 0RP 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 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, NR33 0RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 0RA, NR33 0RU, NR33 0LT, NR33 0RW, NR33 0RT, NR33 0RX, NR33 0RN, NR33 0RQ, NR33 0EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR33 0RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.5% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 0RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% 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 | 35.9% | 46.7% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 31.8% | -14.1% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 6.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 47% | 42.1% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 34.8% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 15.9% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
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 13.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 19.1% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 20.3% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 24.9% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 13.7% | -2.2% | 33.8% | -20.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 92.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.4% | 93.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.5% | 13.5% | 15.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.1% | 37.2% | 23.9% |
| Christian | 34.2% | 46.2% | -12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Road was 115.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% higher than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Road has the 23rd highest crime rate of 107 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 90th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-02-12 | £244,969 |
| 56 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-10-04 | £198,969 |
| 52 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-09-28 | £204,470 |
| 64 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2020-10-30 | £132,412 |
| 54 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-06-19 | £143,378 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix St Peter Academy Enstone Road , NR33 0NE | 2out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Oak Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Kirkley Cliff Road , NR33 0DG | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Primary School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | 3out of 4 | 1,757 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 | 743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,877 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 | 2,170 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 | 1,851 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 | 2,232 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | 1out of 4 | 2,841 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | 3out of 4 | 2,943 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 2,954 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door To The Cosmos | 307 London Road South, Lowestoft | 256 yd | |
| Lowestoft Shawarma | 219 - 221 London Road South, Lowestoft | 419 yd | |
| New Raj Mahal Tandoori | 261 London Road South, Lowestoft | 419 yd | |
| Piranha Joes Beach Bar | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 475 yd | |
| Wings & Things | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Road Sports And Social Club | 123A Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 292 yd | |
| The Drifter Public House | The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South | 348 yd | |
| Sports Bar @ The Claremont | The Zoo Club, Claremont Pier | 475 yd | |
| The Fighting Cocks | The Fighting Cock, Carlton Road | 508 yd | |
| The Plough And Sail | Plough And Sail, 212 London Road South | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 100 Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 86 yd | |
| Gibbs Chippy | 4A Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 184 yd | |
| Chick King | 249 London Road South, Lowestoft | 419 yd | |
| Fish And Chips @ The Pier | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 475 yd | |
| Ice Cream @ The Claremont | Kiosk, Claremont Pier | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Kirkley | 233 - 239 London Road South, Lowestoft | 419 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Limited, Belvedere Road | 755 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft-Railway Bowls And Social Club 123a 123a Carlton Road | indoor bowls | 313 yd |
| Kirkley Middle School (Closed) Southwell Road | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Red Oak Primary School SOUTHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| St Mary'S Roman Catholic Primary School KIRKLEY CLIFF ROAD | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| East Point Academy KIRKLEY RUN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 890 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 | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.