Peacock Close is in Carlton Colville, Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 8BH 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 Peacock Close, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, NR33 8BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 8BB, NR33 8LF, NR33 8JP, NR33 8BQ, NR33 8JW, NR33 8JT, NR33 8JN, NR33 8BE, NR33 8BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NR33 8BH is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 52.8% | 46.5% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 47.2% | 53.5% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR33 8BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.2% | 16.5% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 60% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 17.5% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 11.4% |
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 (70.4%) 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% | 23.9% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -24.5% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 46.5% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 12.9% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 22.1% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 9.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.2% | 25.5% | -21.7% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 12.3% | 4.1% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 11.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 12.7% | 8.4% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 16.2% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 20.1% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98.8% | 98.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Peacock Close was 67.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.9% higher than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Peacock Close has the 33rd highest crime rate of 132 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 210th highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Peacock Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-09-27 | £247,880 |
| 8 Peacock Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-01-21 | £264,789 |
| 4 Peacock Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2021-08-25 | £287,375 |
| 9 Peacock Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-04-05 | £238,052 |
| 4 Peacock Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-10-26 | £161,870 |
NR33 8BH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | - not rated | 895 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 936 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HN | - not rated | 1,969 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 2,171 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,307 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gisleham Middle School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 936 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield Middle School Kilbourn Road , Pakefield NR33 7DS | - not rated | 2,193 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 3,794 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Middle School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 4,956 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 | 5,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Academy Church Lane , NR33 8AX | - not rated | 352 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 352 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Old School Toad Row , Henstead NR34 7LG | - not rated | 4,661 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 161 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Red House | Old Red House, The Street | 115 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Street, Carlton Colville | 386 yd | |
| The Crown | 417 Beccles Road, Carlton Colville | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Chef | 8 Lowestoft Road, Carlton Colville | 473 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carlton Colville Community Centre Hall Road | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Grove Primary School FRAMFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 935 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 42.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 42.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.37 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.