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39,098
Population
17,230
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£45,322
Avg. household income
985
Businesses
1,172
People per km²
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About Carlton Colville

Carlton Colville is a village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England, within the NR33 postcode area. It lies to the north of the town of Lowestoft and is situated near the coast, offering views of the North Sea. The village has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with a traditional English village feel. It is served by local amenities including a church, a primary school, and a few shops, making it a convenient place to live for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. The area is well connected by road, with the A120 running nearby, providing access to nearby towns and cities. Carlton Colville has a strong sense of community and retains much of its rural character, with green spaces and walking paths popular with locals.

School Ratings in Carlton Colville

Carlton Colville is served by 40 schools. Kirkley Family Hub is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carlton Colville

Property prices average £232K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £170K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carlton Colville

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Carlton Colville, with 50 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carlton Colville

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carlton Colville falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Carlton Colville

There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Carlton Colville, the nearest being Rosedale Surgery (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Carlton Colville

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Property Prices 5,762 sales

Average Price £232K
£999 , £10.84M
Detached £292K 1,795
Semi £211K 1,655
Terraced £170K 1,859
Flat £136K 193

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 11

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR33 postcode area.

Grove Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Sunrise Academy Not applicable 0.5 miles Warren School Not applicable 0.6 miles Elm Tree Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Carlton Colville Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Westwood Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Dell Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Pakefield Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Pakefield High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles East Point Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Phoenix St Peter Academy Primary 1.6 miles Kirkley Family Hub Outstanding 1.7 miles

Household Income in Carlton Colville ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carlton Colville is approximately £45,322 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,959. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carlton Colville £45,322
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,959.

Businesses in Carlton Colville ONS 2025

There are approximately 985 active businesses based in Carlton Colville, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

985 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Carlton Colville IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carlton Colville in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 27%
6,332 Children (0-15) 16%
22,232 Working Age 57%
10,528 Older (65+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Carlton Colville 345 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Carlton Colville is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 131
Criminal Damage & Arson 50
Shoplifting 40
Anti-Social Behaviour 35
Public Order 20
Other Theft 18
Burglary 13
Vehicle Crime 9
Drugs 7
Bicycle Theft 6
Weapons 6
Other Crime 5
Robbery 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Suffolk Carlton Colville & Kessingland Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Oulton Broad South Train Station 1 miles
Oulton Broad North Train Station 1.7 miles
Lowestoft Train Station 2.5 miles
Somerleyton Train Station 4.4 miles
Beccles Train Station 5.6 miles
Haddiscoe Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pakefield 1.2 miles Gisleham 1.2 miles Oulton Broad 1.2 miles Kirkley 1.4 miles Mutford 2.2 miles Lowestoft 2.2 miles Normanston 2.2 miles Rushmere 2.2 miles Camps Heath 2.5 miles Black Street 2.5 miles Barnby 2.6 miles Oulton 2.6 miles

Local Government

District East Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Kirkley & Pakefield
Constituency Waveney
Parish Lowestoft
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Carlton Colville

Of the 17,764 households in and around Carlton Colville, 69% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 12% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carlton Colville.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carlton Colville

What is the population of Carlton Colville?
Carlton Colville has a population of approximately 39,098 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carlton Colville?
The average property in and around Carlton Colville sold for about £232,046, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 34% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carlton Colville a deprived area?
Carlton Colville sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Carlton Colville?
Carlton Colville is covered by the NR33 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Carlton Colville?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Carlton Colville, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Carlton Colville?
The nearest railway station to Carlton Colville is Oulton Broad South Train Station, about 1 miles away.

Streets in NR33 30 shown View all streets

A1117 1 A1145 1 Abbey Dale 1 Acton Road 1 Alandale Drive 1 Aldwyck Way 1 All Saints Road 2 Amber Drive 2 Anchor Street 1 Andrew Way 1 Annison Close 2 Apple Tree Close 1 Appledore Drive 1 Applewood Close 2 Arbor Lane 4 Ark Close 1 Arundel Way 2 Ash Close 1 Ashburnham Way 5 Ashfield Crescent 1 Ashhurst Place 1 Aspinall Close 1 Aubretia Close 1 Aveling Way 1 Avocet Close 1 B1437 1 Badger's Holt 1 Barber Close 1 Barley Way 1 Barn Close 1

Postcodes in NR33 50 shown View all postcodes

NR33 0AA NR33 0AB NR33 0AE NR33 0AG NR33 0AH NR33 0AL NR33 0AP NR33 0AQ NR33 0AR NR33 0AS NR33 0AU NR33 0AX NR33 0AY NR33 0AZ NR33 0BB NR33 0BE NR33 0BF NR33 0BG NR33 0BH NR33 0BJ NR33 0BL NR33 0BN NR33 0BP NR33 0BQ NR33 0BS NR33 0BT NR33 0BU NR33 0BW NR33 0BY NR33 0BZ NR33 0DB NR33 0DD NR33 0DE NR33 0DF NR33 0DG NR33 0DH NR33 0DJ NR33 0DN NR33 0DP NR33 0DR NR33 0DS NR33 0DX NR33 0DY NR33 0EA NR33 0ED NR33 0EE NR33 0EF NR33 0EG NR33 0EH NR33 0EJ