Borrow Close is in Carlton Colville, Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 8AP is located in the Carlton Colville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Borrow Close, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, NR33 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 8AJ, NR33 8BG, NR33 8AR, NR33 8AS, NR33 8AW, NR33 8BQ, NR33 8BE, NR33 8AH, NR33 8AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR33 8AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 53% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 47% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 22% | 29.5% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 41.9% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 12% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 9.7% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 (70.1%) 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 | 33.7% | 32.5% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -15.9% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 37.6% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 19.2% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 6.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
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.
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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.6% | 27.5% | -15.1% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 15.1% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14.7% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 8.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 15.1% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 97.6% | 98% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Borrow Close was 32.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.8% lower than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Borrow Close has the 61st lowest crime rate of 133 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 393rd lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Borrow Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-26 | £248,311 |
| 2A Borrow Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-10-13 | £254,484 |
| 5 Borrow Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-03-17 | £230,679 |
| 46 Borrow Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-03-24 | £144,660 |
| 1 Borrow Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2019-11-25 | £198,941 |
NR33 8AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 NR33 8AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | 2out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | 4out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Primary School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HN | 2out of 4 | 1,717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 2,126 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dell Primary School Dell Road , Oulton Broad NR33 9NU | 2out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,095 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 | 5,086 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 533 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | 1out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old School Toad Row , Henstead NR34 7LG | - not rated | 4,951 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 5,115 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 | 5,426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violets Florist | 2 Famona Road, Carlton Colville | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Red House | Old Red House, The Street | 403 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Street, Carlton Colville | 686 yd | |
| Uplands Community Centre | Ashburnham Way, Lowestoft | 932 yd | |
| The Crown | 417 Beccles Road, Carlton Colville | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Chef | 8 Lowestoft Road, Carlton Colville | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-op | 19 Ashburnham Way, Carlton Colville | 800 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grove Primary School FRAMFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Carlton Colville Community Centre Hall Road | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Uplands Community Centre UPLANDS COMMUNITY CENTRE AND PLAYING FIELD UPLANDS COMMUNITY CENTRE AND PLAYING FIELD ASHBURNHAM WAY | grass pitches | 982 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.