Carnoustie Drive is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 9JW is located in the Carlton & Whitton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, NR33 9JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 9JJ, NR33 9DP, NR33 9DR, NR33 9JN, NR33 9DS, NR33 9DE, NR33 9JA, NR33 9DJ, NR33 7HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR33 9JW has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents 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 | 51.3% | 48% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 25% | 27.6% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 37.8% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 21.7% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 12.6% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 9.7% | -6.8% | 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 (62.9%) 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 | 28.2% | 28.8% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -19.6% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.1% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 26.9% | 24.9% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 12.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 9.2% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 27% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 14.7% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 11.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 10.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 18% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.1% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 98.3% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carnoustie Drive was 43.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.8% lower than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carnoustie Drive has the 59th highest crime rate of 133 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 346th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-09-20 | £360,745 |
| 25 Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2023-04-21 | £121,161 |
| 20 Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-03-24 | £127,588 |
| 19 Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-10-07 | £82,176 |
| 24 Carnoustie Drive, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-07-09 | £240,817 |
NR33 9JW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NR33 9JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Primary School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HN | 2out of 4 | 745 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield Primary School London Road , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dell Primary School Dell Road , Oulton Broad NR33 9NU | 2out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Primary School Framfield Road , Carlton Colville NR33 8RQ | 2out of 4 | 1,451 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 | 1,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,439 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warren School Clarkes Lane , Oulton Broad NR33 8HT | 1out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 2,330 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 3,342 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 | 3,683 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 4,115 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Remember Me Club At Lowestoft Deaf Centre | St Nicholas Community Centre, 50 Blackheath Road | 909 yd | |
| Whitton Life | 4 The Green, Lowestoft | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 95 Stradbroke Road | 716 yd | |
| Tramways Hotel | Tramway Hotel, 1 London Road Pakefield | 959 yd | |
| Uplands Community Centre | Ashburnham Way, Lowestoft | 972 yd | |
| The Carlton Public House | 564 London Road South, Lowestoft | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solebay Fish Co | 65 Westwood Avenue, Lowestoft | 621 yd | |
| Capital Chinese Takeaway | 63 Westwood Avenue, Lowestoft | 621 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 6A Stradbroke Road, Lowestoft | 750 yd | |
| Ocean Fish & Chips | 3 Shelton Road, Lowestoft | 896 yd | |
| Golden Fish | 16 Blackheath Road, Lowestoft | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Cooperative | 72 Pinewood Avenue, Lowestoft | 734 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food-Pakefield | 1 Jubilee Buildings, London Road Pakefield | 910 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westwood Primary School WESTWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| Kirkley And Pakefield Sports And Social Club RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND WALMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Elm Tree Middle School (Closed) Ranworth Avenue | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Elm Tree Primary School RANWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Pakefield Middle School (Closed) Kilbourn Road | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.