What home types are most common in Lowestoft Central?

Housing mix: terraced 71.0%, purpose-built flat 11.0%.

What are house prices in Lowestoft Central?

Based on 128 recent sales, the median price is £132,500.

How many households are in Lowestoft Central?

There are 4,367 households in Lowestoft Central

What's the average income in Lowestoft Central?

Average resident income is about £30,300 per year.

How much social housing is near Lowestoft Central?

About 13.6% across the Lowestoft Central area.

What are prices by property type in Lowestoft Central?

Latest medians: Detached £168,000, Semi-detached £146,250, Terraced £132,500, Flats £125,000.

How deprived is Lowestoft Central?

Deprivation score 10/10 (rank 2728 of 32844 in country).

What's the Lowestoft Central population and density?

Lowestoft Central population is 9,733 with density 6784.9 per km².

How safe is Lowestoft Central?

Crime level in Lowestoft Central is high with about 136 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Lowestoft Central and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Lowestoft Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / East of England / East Suffolk / Lowestoft Central

About

Lowestoft Central is the main urban area of Lowestoft, located in East Suffolk. The district includes the town center, bus station, and railway station, making it a key transport hub. Nearby attractions include the East Point Pavilion and North Denes Beach, offering coastal views and leisure activities. The area has a mix of shops, cafes, and services catering to both residents and visitors.

Historically, Lowestoft Central was a busy fishing and maritime hub. Today, it retains some of this character with working docks and a focus on marine industries. The district is also home to cultural sites like the Lowestoft Museum and the Marina Theatre. Residential areas blend with commercial spaces, creating a functional urban environment. The seafront and promenade provide easy access to the coastline.

Area overview

On average Lowestoft Central has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 136 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lowestoft Central is £30,300 per year. There are 4 schools in Lowestoft Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

136

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

13.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lowestoft Central Population

9,733

Population density

6,784.9 per km²

Demographics

British

8,847

90.89%

Other White

349

3.59%

Other Asian

0.8%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.53%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.49%

Total population: 9,734

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,737

39.79%

Owns outright

1,066

24.42%

Owns with a mortgage

879

20.14%

Other social rented

384

8.8%

Social rents from council

136

3.12%

Total households: 4,365

Property prices in Lowestoft Central

Based on 128 recent sales, the median property price is £132,500 in Lowestoft Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £340,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£168,000	£132,000	£148,000	£249,000	£313,800
Flats	6	£125,000	£69,250	£91,500	£145,000	£157,500
Semi-Detached	6	£146,250	£114,000	£127,625	£165,625	£180,625
Terraced	113	£132,500	£81,400	£114,000	£165,000	£203,400

10 years price trend in Lowestoft Central

All postcodes in Lowestoft Central

NR322JA

York Road

NR322NA

Water Lane

NR322NG

Beresford Road

NR324HE

Worthing Road

NR321LU

London Road North

NR322LW

Jacob's Street

NR321DR

Clapham Road South

NR321EA

Battery Green Road

NR321JJ

Belle Vue Close

NR322HA

Fillisters Mews

NR321TU

Church Road

NR321UG

Boston Road

NR322JE

Stevens Street

NR322JY

Jacob's Street

NR322LA

Jacob's Street

NR321SU

Edinburgh Road

NR322AQ

Bevan Street East

NR322EL

Denmark Road

NR322JN

Fillisters Mews

NR322TG

Wollaston Road

NR324GL

St Margaret's Road

NR324HG

Sussex Road

NR321BL

London Road North

NR321PJ

Alexandra Road

NR322BX

Beckham Road

NR322DA

Stanford Street

NR322DW

Ethel Road

NR322TE

Commercial Road

NR324AW

Yarmouth Road

NR324HJ

Royal Avenue

NR321NX

Milton Road East

NR321TF

Cambridge Road

NR322EQ

Bevan Street East

NR322LT

Lowestoft Central

NR322NH

Princes Road

NR322PB

Crown Meadow Walk

NR324HH

Royal Avenue

NR324HP

St Margaret's Road

NR321QS

Clapham Road South

NR321LT

London Road North

NR321TQ

Church Road

NR322DR

Haward Street

NR322JQ

Hervey Street

NR322LY

Burton Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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