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Pakefield South & Kessingland

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About

Pakefield South & Kessingland is a coastal area in East Suffolk, known for its mix of residential and natural landscapes. The area includes Pakefield, a suburb of Lowestoft, and the nearby village of Kessingland. Pakefield offers easy access to beaches and local amenities, while Kessingland has a quieter, more rural feel with farmland and nature reserves nearby. The coastline features sandy shores and cliffs, attracting walkers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The area is home to the Africa Alive! wildlife park and part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB, highlighting its natural appeal. Kessingland has a small village centre with shops and pubs, serving both residents and visitors. Transport links include the A12 road, connecting the area to Lowestoft and Ipswich. Housing ranges from modern developments to traditional coastal properties, catering to a mix of families and retirees. The blend of seaside living and countryside makes it a practical location for those seeking a balance between convenience and nature.

Area overview

On average Pakefield South & Kessingland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pakefield South & Kessingland is £36,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Pakefield South & Kessingland: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Pakefield South & Kessingland Population
9,931
Population density
652.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,435
95.01%
Other White
158
1.59%
Irish
47
0.47%
Indian
34
0.34%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
33
0.33%
Total population: 9,931

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,281
49.3%
Owns with a mortgage
1,210
26.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
597
12.9%
Other social rented
228
4.93%
Social rents from council
174
3.76%
Total households: 4,627

Property prices in Pakefield South & Kessingland

Based on 178 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Pakefield South & Kessingland area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Pakefield South & Kessingland 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 Pakefield South & Kessingland over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached63£305,000
Flats2£100,000
Semi-Detached57£225,000
Terraced56£185,000

10 years median price trend in Pakefield South & Kessingland

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Pakefield South & Kessingland.

All postcodes in Pakefield South & Kessingland

NR337QJ

Lowlands Close

NR337TU

Lloyds Avenue

NR337UA

Turrell Drive

NR338DU

Church Road

NR337AH

Hall Road

NR337BE

Arbor Lane

NR337BS

Saxon Road

NR337DP

Kilbourn Road

NR337NF

Hadenham Road

NR337RR

Holly Grange Road

NR337TS

Lloyds Avenue

NR338TG

Teesdale

NR337AX

Nightingale Road

NR337AY

Arbor Lane

NR337BY

Florence Road

NR337EP

Cranleigh Road

NR337QL

Field Lane

NR337QW

London Road

NR337RP

Green Lane

NR338TZ

Fortress Road

NR338UD

Benouville

NR337BB

Grayson Avenue

NR337BD

Arbor Lane

NR337DB

Causeway

NR337PR

Pakefield South & Kessingland

NR337SB

Beach Road

NR337TT

Lloyds Avenue

NR337AJ

Roynon Close

NR337BJ

Willow Road

NR337PY

Clare Road

NR337QP

London Road

NR337QS

London Road

NR337SS

Chipperfield Road

NR338DP

Bloodmoor Lane

NR338DY

Church Road

NR337BQ

Arbor Lane

NR337EU

Shelton Road

NR337NJ

Harvest Drive

NR337PW

London Road

NR337UQ

Dowson Drive

NR338UE

Gondree

NR337AE

Pakefield South & Kessingland

NR337AF

Pakefield South & Kessingland

NR337AU

Grand Avenue

NR337DN

Kingston Close

NR337ER

Lansdowne Road

NR337ES

Lansdowne Road

NR337NU

North Cliff

NR337PS

Clare Road

NR337RT

Marsh Lane

NR337RU

Church Road

NR337RZ

Belvedere Drive

NR338DS

Church Road

NR338UZ

Peak Dale

NR337AP

Witney Green

NR337EE

Cranesbill Road

NR337HA

Merrifield Road

NR337ND

Kalen Court

NR337NG

Church Road

NR337RG

Green Lane

NR337SX

Sanctuary Close

NR338UF

Airedale

Data Sources

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