Coplow Dale is in Carlton Colville, Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 8WB is located in the Carlton Colville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coplow Dale, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, NR33 8WB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 8WE, NR33 8TU, NR33 8TS, NR33 8WF, NR33 8TP, NR33 8WD, NR33 8FF, NR33 8TT, NR33 8TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NR33 8WB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.8% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.2% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 8WB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% 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 | 29.3% | 31.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 56.3% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 58.6% | 60% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 11.6% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 30.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 8.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around NR33 8WB this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 8.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.3% | -7.7% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 21.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 26.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 24.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.4% | 97.9% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.4% | 97% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.6% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.3% | 13.5% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coplow Dale was 20.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.0% lower than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Coplow Dale has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 132 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 240th lowest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Coplow Dale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-10-13 | £372,561 |
| 3 Coplow Dale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-11-29 | £328,016 |
| 5 Coplow Dale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2021-12-17 | £335,349 |
| 10 Coplow Dale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-07-12 | £228,047 |
| 8 Coplow Dale, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-08-01 | £248,768 |
NR33 8WB 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 | 184 |
| Part-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 10 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Colville Primary School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield Primary School London Road , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 1,567 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | - not rated | 1,349 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Community High School Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | - not rated | 2,749 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,368 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gisleham Middle School Gisleham Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8DG | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Middle School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HQ | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkley Middle School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Hill Middle School Avondale Road , NR32 2NX | - not rated | 4,412 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 | 4,799 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowestoft Sixth Form College Rotterdam Road , NR32 2PJ | - not rated | 5,063 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 | 1,170 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32/34 Gordon Road , Lowestoft NR32 1NL | - not rated | 4,696 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adventure Island | 15 - 17 Pinbush Road, Gisleham | 731 yd | |
| Violets Florist | 2 Famona Road, Carlton Colville | 885 yd | |
| Deans Beans Pitstop Cafe Ltd | 27 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 913 yd | |
| Tracey's Bap | 14 Cooke Road, Gisleham | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Red House | Old Red House, The Street | 827 yd | |
| Uplands Community Centre | Ashburnham Way, Lowestoft | 857 yd | |
| Bell Inn | The Street, Carlton Colville | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Chef | 8 Lowestoft Road, Carlton Colville | 464 yd | |
| Funnells Limited | 19 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 731 yd | |
| JOJO'S Kitchen And Bar | Unit 5, Harvest Court | 837 yd | |
| Tres Hermanas | Unit 5, Harvest Court | 837 yd | |
| Holy Guacamole | 15 Harvest Drive, Gisleham | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-op | 19 Ashburnham Way, Carlton Colville | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Raw Soccer 15-17 15-17 PINBUSH ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 796 yd |
| Nirvana Fitness Ltd PINBUSH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 809 yd |
| Grove Primary School FRAMFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.