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About

Oulton is a residential area located in East Suffolk, near the town of Lowestoft. It is primarily known for its mix of housing, ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. The area is close to Oulton Broad, a large inland waterway popular for boating and leisure activities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

The area has good transport links, with easy access to the A12 and Lowestoft railway station. Oulton is also home to the Oulton Broad North railway station, providing connections to Norwich and Ipswich. The nearby Nicholas Everitt Park offers green space and a children’s play area. While quieter than central Lowestoft, Oulton provides a balance of convenience and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Oulton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Oulton is £34,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Oulton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
10.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Oulton Population
8,149
Population density
2,509.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,839
96.22%
Other White
92
1.13%
Irish
44
0.54%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.38%
Other Asian
24
0.29%
Total population: 8,147

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,793
48.83%
Owns with a mortgage
1,014
27.61%
Other social rented
370
10.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
339
9.23%
Social rents from council
96
2.61%
Total households: 3,672

Property prices in Oulton

Based on 131 recent sales, the median property price is £245,000 in Oulton area, with individual transactions ranging from £143,000 up to £435,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Oulton in the 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 Oulton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached64£287,500
Semi-Detached48£228,750
Terraced19£210,000

10 years median price trend in Oulton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Oulton.

All postcodes in Oulton

NR324BW

Haven Avenue

NR324QX

Oulton Road

NR324RT

Holton Avenue

NR324SE

Sotterley Road

NR323BL

Oulton

NR324SA

Lulworth Park

NR324SN

Coniston Walk

NR324WQ

Fallowfields

NR324XF

Eskdale Way

NR323AN

Bloomsbury Close

NR323HJ

Brendon Close

NR324ED

Hillcrest Gardens

NR324GN

Ambleside Gardens

NR324RJ

Sanders Close

Data Sources

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