Carlton Road is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 0RU 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 0RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 0EF, NR33 0RP, NR33 0EE, NR33 0EG, NR33 0RA, NR33 0DY, NR33 0RX, NR33 0RT, NR33 0LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR33 0RU 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 0RU, 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 72.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.2% lower than the Gunton & St Margarets average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Road has the 43rd highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Gunton & St Margarets and the 185th highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-12-15 | £244,072 |
| 17 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2021-09-22 | £308,591 |
| 11A Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2021-07-30 | £74,748 |
| Ground Floor Flat 11 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2021-07-30 | £74,748 |
| 23 Carlton Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-04-23 | £199,100 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | 3out of 4 | 383 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fen Park Community Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Kirkley Cliff Road , NR33 0DG | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Kirkley Cliff Road , NR33 0DG | - not rated | 406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Community Primary School Enstone Road , NR33 0NE | - not rated | 410 yd | Community school | 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 | 950 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 950 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | - not rated | 3,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 383 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Middle School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield Middle School Kilbourn Road , Pakefield NR33 7DS | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harris Middle School Church Road , NR32 4JF | - not rated | 2,608 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,220 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowestoft Sixth Form College Rotterdam Road , NR32 2PJ | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ness Point School 32/34 Gordon Road , Lowestoft NR32 1NL | - not rated | 1,824 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 | 2,219 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Anglican Academy of Arts Holm View , 63 High Street NR32 1JB | - not rated | 2,451 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Include Suffolk House 1, the Ashley School , Ashley Downs NR32 4EX | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base 34 Ashley Downs , NR32 4EX | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | 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 | 218 yd | |
| Lowestoft Shawarma | 219 - 221 London Road South, Lowestoft | 401 yd | |
| New Raj Mahal Tandoori | 261 London Road South, Lowestoft | 401 yd | |
| Piranha Joes Beach Bar | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 452 yd | |
| Wings & Things | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drifter Public House | The Drifter, 218 - 220 London Road South | 315 yd | |
| Carlton Road Sports And Social Club | 123A Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 343 yd | |
| Sports Bar @ The Claremont | The Zoo Club, Claremont Pier | 452 yd | |
| The Plough And Sail | Plough And Sail, 212 London Road South | 533 yd | |
| The Fighting Cocks | The Fighting Cock, Carlton Road | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 100 Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 135 yd | |
| Gibbs Chippy | 4A Carlton Road, Lowestoft | 154 yd | |
| Chick King | 249 London Road South, Lowestoft | 401 yd | |
| Fish And Chips @ The Pier | Claremont Pier, The Esplanade | 452 yd | |
| Ice Cream @ The Claremont | Kiosk, Claremont Pier | 452 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Kirkley | 233 - 239 London Road South, Lowestoft | 401 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Limited, Belvedere Road | 774 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft-Railway Bowls And Social Club 123a 123a Carlton Road | indoor bowls | 358 yd |
| Kirkley Middle School (Closed) Southwell Road | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Red Oak Primary School SOUTHWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| St Mary'S Roman Catholic Primary School KIRKLEY CLIFF ROAD | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| East Point Academy KIRKLEY RUN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 953 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 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.