Aubretia Close is in Lowestoft and in Waveney district. NR33 9QN is located in the Carlton & Whitton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Waveney. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aubretia Close, Lowestoft, NR33 9QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NR33 9QL, NR33 9QT, NR33 9QX, NR33 9QW, NR33 9RU, NR33 9AT, NR33 9QY, NR33 9NZ, NR33 9AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NR33 9QN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 47.2% | 47.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 52.8% | 52.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 26.9% | 38.6% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 40.5% | -14.1% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 8.4% | 1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.5% | 39.3% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 40.9% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 14.3% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 23.6% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 20.8% | 5.5% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 7.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.5% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 18.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.4% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 95.8% | 94.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aubretia Close was 124.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 149.6% higher than the Carlton & Whitton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aubretia Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 133 local areas in Carlton & Whitton and the 79th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 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. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Aubretia Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2020-07-02 | £269,167 |
| 2 Aubretia Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £167,600 | 2019-08-30 | £204,540 |
| 3 Aubretia Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £155,995 | 2004-07-14 | £303,532 |
NR33 9QN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9QN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dell Primary School Dell Road , Oulton Broad NR33 9NU | 2out of 4 | 364 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Primary School Ranworth Avenue , NR33 9HN | 2out of 4 | 850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Primary School Westwood Avenue , Westwood Primary School NR33 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix St Peter Academy Enstone Road , NR33 0NE | 2out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Oak Primary School Southwell Road , NR33 0RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Point Academy Kirkley Run , NR33 0UQ | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pakefield High School London Road Pakefield , Pakefield NR33 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Denes Academy Yarmouth Road , NR32 4AH | 2out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Blyford Road , NR32 4PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,536 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 | 2,558 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 | 1,471 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ness Point School 32-34 Gordon Road , NR32 1NL | - not rated | 2,735 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 | 2,981 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Everitt Academy Church Lane , Carlton Colville NR33 8AX | - not rated | 3,090 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashley School Ashley Downs , NR32 4EU | 4out of 4 | 3,101 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitton Life | 4 The Green, Lowestoft | 387 yd | |
| VPA | Units 6 - 7, Lowestoft Enterprise Park | 546 yd | |
| The Third Crossing | Lowestoft Haven Marina, School Road | 668 yd | |
| Cafe Laridae & Takeaway | Brooke Business And Industrial Park, Heath Road | 817 yd | |
| 142 Cafe And Bar | 142 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft Haven Marina Cruising Club | Haven Marina, School Road | 474 yd | |
| Colville House | Colville House Youth Club, School Road | 474 yd | |
| The Flying Dutchman | Flying Dutchman, Beccles Road | 855 yd | |
| Lady Of The Lake | 124 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 856 yd | |
| Broadview | 116-118 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai Chef | 6 The Green, Lowestoft | 387 yd | |
| The Grill Hut | 1 The Green, Lowestoft | 387 yd | |
| Amanda's Chippy | 198 Kirkley Run, Lowestoft | 589 yd | |
| Solebay Fish Co | 65 Westwood Avenue, Lowestoft | 673 yd | |
| Capital Chinese Takeaway | 63 Westwood Avenue, Lowestoft | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Cooperative | 72 Pinewood Avenue, Lowestoft | 614 yd | |
| Oli Food Centre | 123 Bridge Road, Lowestoft | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dell Primary School DELL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 507 yd |
| Swanton Herons Fc Waveney Drive | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| East Point Academy KIRKLEY RUN | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 705 yd |
| Elm Tree Primary School RANWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Elm Tree Middle School (Closed) Ranworth Avenue | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Broadland Health & Fitness Marsh Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 965 yd |
| Westwood Primary School WESTWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Nicholas Everitt Park NICHOLAS EVERITT PARK NICHOLAS EVERITT PARK BRIDGE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,042 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.