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Carlton Colville

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About

Carlton Colville is a ward located on the eastern outskirts of Lowestoft, primarily characterised by residential development. The area includes a mix of housing estates, local shopping parades, and community facilities such as schools and a library. It is bordered by agricultural land to the west and the urban edge to the east, creating a transition from town to countryside. The layout is functional, with main roads providing access to the larger town centre for employment and services.

The local landscape is subtly shaped by the Carlton Colville boundary dyke, a historical watercourse that traces through parts of the area. This feature is a remnant of the broader Broads system, influencing the green spaces and drainage patterns within the ward. Recreation is supported by several playing fields and the proximity to Mutford Lock, which connects Oulton Broad to Lake Lothing, linking inland waterways to the North Sea.

Area overview

On average Carlton Colville has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Carlton Colville is £51,476 per year. There are 3 schools in Carlton Colville: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Carlton Colville is home to around 9,677 people, with a population density of about 459.5 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
52
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
5.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Carlton Colville Population
9,677
Population density
459.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
25.94(-17%)
Shoplifting
12.3(+73%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.54(+18%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.34(-36%)
Other theft
5.79(+4%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,284
95.9%
Other White
118
1.22%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
38
0.39%
White and Asian (mixed)
32
0.33%
Other Asian
29
0.3%
Total population: 9,681

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,768
22.47%
Level 3 (A level)
1,697
21.57%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,368
17.38%
No qualifications
1,348
17.13%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
883
11.22%
Total 16+ residents: 7,869

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,679
41.77%
Owns with a mortgage
1,460
36.32%
Private landlord or letting agency
578
14.38%
Other social rented
108
2.69%
Social rents from council
98
2.44%
Total households: 4,020

Property prices in Carlton Colville

Based on 143 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Carlton Colville area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Carlton Colville in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Carlton Colville over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached85£310,000
Flats1£141,000
Semi-Detached37£222,500
Terraced20£199,000

10 years median price trend in Carlton Colville

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Carlton Colville.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.