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Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley

About

Lowestoft Harbour is a working port on the east coast of England, serving fishing and offshore energy industries. The harbour is divided into inner and outer sections, with the outer harbour providing shelter for vessels. The area includes fish markets and boat repair yards, reflecting its maritime heritage. The nearby Ness Point marks the easternmost point of the UK.

Kirkley is a residential and commercial district adjacent to the harbour, with a mix of housing and local businesses. The area has a seafront promenade and sandy beaches, popular for walks and leisure. Kirkley High Street features independent shops and cafes, catering to both residents and visitors. The proximity to the harbour gives the area a distinct coastal character.

Area overview

On average Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley is £30,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

154

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley Population

7,630

Population density

3,456.4 per km²

Demographics

British

6,847

89.75%

Other White

351

4.6%

Other Asian

0.83%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.72%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.66%

Total population: 7,629

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,523

39.58%

Owns outright

850

22.09%

Owns with a mortgage

587

15.25%

Other social rented

449

11.67%

Social rents from council

358

9.3%

Total households: 3,848

Property prices in Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £425,000.

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 Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£242,500	£159,250	£196,250	£288,750	£325,750
Flats	11	£150,000	£88,000	£116,250	£190,000	£240,000
Semi-Detached	13	£237,500	£148,600	£185,000	£310,000	£344,000
Terraced	62	£166,250	£105,250	£140,750	£237,250	£309,750

10 years median price trend in Lowestoft Harbour & Kirkley

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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