About Lowestoft

Lowestoft is a coastal town located in Suffolk, England, within the NR33 postcode area. It is known for its long stretches of sandy beaches, which attract visitors during the warmer months. The town features a range of amenities, including shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to both locals and tourists. Lowestoft also has a marina that supports various water activities, making it a popular spot for sailing and fishing. The town is home to several attractions, including the Lowestoft Maritime Museum, which showcases the town's maritime heritage. Additionally, the nearby South Beach and the historic Claremont Pier offer leisure opportunities for families and individuals alike. Lowestoft's proximity to the Norfolk Broads provides further options for outdoor pursuits, making it a suitable destination for those looking to explore both coastal and inland landscapes.

Local Government

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

Property Prices 12,724 sales

Average Price £231K
£1K — £10.6M
Detached £309K 3,873
Semi £214K 3,143
Terraced £158K 4,578
Flat £126K 444

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Lowestoft Train Station 0.3 miles
Oulton Broad North Train Station 1.4 miles
Oulton Broad South Train Station 1.7 miles
Somerleyton Train Station 4.8 miles
Haddiscoe Train Station 6.4 miles
Beccles Train Station 7.5 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
4 Other
Red Oak Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Roman Hill Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Phoenix St Peter Academy Primary 0.6 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles East Point Academy Secondary 0.8 miles St Margaret's Primary Academy Primary 1 miles Poplars Community Primary School Primary 1 miles Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy Primary 1 miles The Ashley School Special 1.2 miles Westwood Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Ormiston Denes Academy Secondary 1.3 miles Horizon School PRU 1.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Roman Hill 0.6 miles Kirkley 0.9 miles Normanston 0.9 miles Pakefield 1.4 miles Oulton 1.8 miles Oulton Broad 1.9 miles Gunton 1.9 miles Carlton Colville 2.2 miles Camps Heath 2.2 miles Gisleham 3.1 miles Corton 3.1 miles Blundeston 3.6 miles

Streets in Lowestoft 30 shown View all streets

A1117 1 A1145 1 A47 10 Abbey Dale 1 Acton Road 1 Adrian Road 1 Airey Close 1 Akethorpe Way 1 Alandale Drive 1 Albany Road 1 Aldwyck Way 1 Alexandra Road 7 All Saints Road 2 Allen Road 1 Alma Road 1 Alma Street 1 Amber Drive 2 Amberley Court 1 Ambleside Gardens 1 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 Arnold Street 1 Arundel Way 2 Ash Close 1

Postcodes in Lowestoft 50 shown View all postcodes

NR32 1AB NR32 1AD NR32 1AE NR32 1AF NR32 1BA NR32 1BH NR32 1BJ NR32 1BL NR32 1BN NR32 1BS NR32 1BT NR32 1BU NR32 1BY NR32 1BZ NR32 1DE NR32 1DH NR32 1DL NR32 1DN NR32 1DQ NR32 1DR NR32 1DS NR32 1DT NR32 1DY NR32 1DZ NR32 1EA NR32 1EB NR32 1EH NR32 1EP NR32 1EQ NR32 1ET NR32 1EW NR32 1HA NR32 1HB NR32 1HE NR32 1HF NR32 1HG NR32 1HH NR32 1HL NR32 1HN NR32 1HP NR32 1HR NR32 1HU NR32 1HX NR32 1HY NR32 1HZ NR32 1JA NR32 1JB NR32 1JE NR32 1JF NR32 1JG

Notable & Famous People from Lowestoft 10 people

Alexander John Graham
Historian
British historian (1930–2005)
Anthony Ogogo
Boxer
British boxer and professional wrestler
Benjamin Britten
Composer
English composer, conductor, and pianist (1913-1976)
Dennis Robertson
Economist
British economist (1890–1963)
George Davison
Photographer
English photographer (1854-1930)
Leanne Mitchell
Singer
British pop singer
Mike Dred
Composer
British musician
Reece Ritchie
Actor
British actor (born 1986)
Richard Money
Association football coach
English football player and manager (born 1955)
Thomas Nashe
Writer
English Elizabethan pamphleteer and poet