Wharfedale is in Carlton Colville, Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 8TA is located in the Carlton Colville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharfedale, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, NR33 8TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 8TE, NR33 8TF, NR33 8TD, NR33 8UD, NR33 8TL, NR33 8UB, NR33 7EX, NR33 8TB, NR33 8UA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR33 8TA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 50.4% | 3.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 53% | 49.6% | -3.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NR33 8TA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 30% | 33% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 55.1% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.8% | 52.8% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 37.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 11.5% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 10.8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 17.1% | -6.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 23.4% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 27.6% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.7% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.1% | 95.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharfedale was 49.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.2% lower than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wharfedale has the 50th highest crime rate of 132 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 297th highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% 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 Wharfedale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-10-10 | £267,158 |
| 46 Wharfedale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-09-05 | £302,426 |
| 10 Wharfedale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-06-24 | £282,823 |
| 33 Wharfedale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-03-31 | £301,282 |
| 9 Wharfedale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-09-03 | £296,484 |
NR33 8TA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakefield Primary School London Road , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 943 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield Primary School London Road , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitton Green Primary School Westwood Avenue , NR33 9RR | - not rated | 1,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,336 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 | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 778 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | - not rated | 5,265 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakefield Middle School Kilbourn Road , Pakefield NR33 7DS | - not rated | 765 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gisleham Middle School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 2,006 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 2,556 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Middle School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 3,898 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 | 4,297 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowestoft Sixth Form College Rotterdam Road , NR32 2PJ | - not rated | 4,573 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Academy Church Lane , NR33 8AX | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32/34 Gordon Road , Lowestoft NR32 1NL | - not rated | 4,126 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deans Beans Pitstop Cafe Ltd | 27 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 483 yd | |
| Adventure Island | 15 - 17 Pinbush Road, Gisleham | 540 yd | |
| Tracey's Bap | 14 Cooke Road, Gisleham | 639 yd | |
| Greggs Plc | Unit 5C Gateway Retail Park, Tower Road | 872 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 5A, Gateway Retail Park | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 95 Stradbroke Road | 855 yd | |
| Uplands Community Centre | Ashburnham Way, Lowestoft | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish & Chips | 3 Shelton Road, Lowestoft | 343 yd | |
| JOJO'S Kitchen And Bar | Unit 5, Harvest Court | 347 yd | |
| Tres Hermanas | Unit 5, Harvest Court | 347 yd | |
| Holy Guacamole | 15 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 484 yd | |
| Funnells Limited | 19 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-op | 19 Ashburnham Way, Carlton Colville | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Raw Soccer 15-17 15-17 PINBUSH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 497 yd |
| Pakefield Middle School (Closed) Kilbourn Road | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Pakefield High School LONDON ROAD PAKEFIELD | grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Nirvana Fitness Ltd PINBUSH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 817 yd |
| Pakefield Primary School LONDON ROAD PAKEFIELD | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| Kirkley And Pakefield Sports And Social Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND WALMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.