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Carlton Colville

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 very low crime levels, with around 48 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

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Carlton Colville Population

9,677

Population density

459.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

23.56(-25%)

Shoplifting

9.4(+37%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.99(-22%)

Criminal damage and arson

6.82(+7%)

Other theft

5.27(-4%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

9,284

95.9%

Other White

118

1.22%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.39%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.33%

Chinese

0.3%

Total population: 9,681

Economics

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

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 158 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Carlton Colville area, with individual transactions ranging from £117,000 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	89	£305,000	£216,400	£267,500	£370,000	£473,000
Flats	3	£124,000	£117,700	£120,500	£132,500	£139,300
Semi-Detached	45	£230,000	£170,160	£205,000	£250,000	£281,000
Terraced	21	£198,000	£157,500	£185,000	£200,000	£214,000

10 years median price trend in Carlton Colville

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

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Housing

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