Carlton & Whitton is a ward in East Suffolk, covering the villages of Carlton Colville and Whitton. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, bungalows, and some social housing. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. The ward is bordered by the outskirts of Lowestoft, providing access to larger retail and leisure options nearby.
The landscape features open fields and green spaces, with Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve offering walking trails and wildlife habitats. Public transport links connect the ward to Lowestoft and other parts of Suffolk. The area has a quiet, suburban character, with a focus on family living and local community events. Carlton & Whitton retains a rural feel while benefiting from proximity to urban conveniences.
On average Carlton & Whitton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Carlton & Whitton is £37,723 per year. There are 3 schools in Carlton & Whitton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 119 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Carlton & Whitton area, with individual transactions ranging from £121,000 up to £485,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 46 | £278,750 |
| Flats | 2 | £190,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 48 | £220,000 |
| Terraced | 23 | £187,000 |
10 years price trend in Carlton & Whitton
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Periwinkle Close
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Tenterden Close
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Elgar Close
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Rosedale Close
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Cotmer Road
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Rosewood
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Long Road
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Colville Road
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Beccles Road
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Long Meadow Walk
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Conrad Close
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Clarkes Lane
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Pinewood Avenue
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The Gap
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Homefield Avenue
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Ranworth Avenue
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St Catherine's Close
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Lea's Drift
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Conrad Road
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Jellicoe Avenue
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Beccles Road
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Barn Close
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Orchard Croft
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Tenterden Close
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Highland Way
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The Green
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Holst Close
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Sandbank Road
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Cedar Drive
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Turnberry Close
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Sedlescombe Road
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Beccles Road
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Smith's Walk
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Old Farm Road
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Britten Road
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Long Road
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Colville Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.