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Carlton Colville

About

Carlton Colville is a ward in East Suffolk, located on the outskirts of Lowestoft. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, bungalows, and smaller terraced properties. It features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The nearby Lake Lothing and the River Waveney provide green spaces and opportunities for outdoor activities.

The ward has good transport links, with the A146 road connecting it to Lowestoft and beyond. Carlton Colville retains a distinct community feel, with events and facilities like the local library and sports clubs fostering social connections. The area’s proximity to the coast and broader Suffolk countryside makes it a practical base for those seeking a balance between convenience and access to nature.

Area overview

On average Carlton Colville has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Carlton Colville is £37,561 per year. There are 3 schools in Carlton Colville: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Carlton Colville Population

9,677

Population density

459.5 per km²

Demographics

British

9,284

95.9%

Other White

118

1.22%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.39%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.33%

Other Asian

0.3%

Total population: 9,681

Housing

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

2.44%

Total households: 4,020

Property prices in Carlton Colville

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £271,000 in Carlton Colville area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	96	£318,750	£228,000	£270,000	£366,250	£436,250
Flats	2	£121,250	£115,625	£118,125	£124,375	£126,875
Semi-Detached	41	£227,000	£180,000	£203,000	£250,000	£282,500
Terraced	21	£198,000	£157,500	£173,000	£275,000	£280,000

10 years median price trend in Carlton Colville

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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