NR32 3AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Elmhurst Avenue, 0.6km from Rock Estate in Lowestoft. Administratively it sits within Oulton Broad ward and the Waveney constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR32 3AR are sourced from Output Area E00154398 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELMHURST AVENUE, NR32 3AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMHURST AVENUE, NR32 3AR.
381
50
£ 34,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR32 3AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NR32 3AR is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR32 3AR. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 227,500
10 sales · Mean £ 230,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR32 3AR has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Limes Primary Academy
Oulton Broad Primary School
Woods Loke Primary School
Dell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- P & K Harrod0.6 km
- Rock Estate PO & Convenience Store0.6 km
- Shell Service Station (Oulton Broad)0.3 km
- Holly Pharmacy0.3 km
- Bridge Road Premier Store0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Kirkley Pantry1.0 km
- Jester's Diner0.9 km
- Labone Indian Cuisine0.4 km
- Dinky Town Ltd0.5 km
- Cafe Laridae & Takeaway0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Commodore0.6 km
- The Wolf Inn0.6 km
- Ole Frank0.5 km
- Broadview1.0 km
- Lady Of The Lake1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Garden0.5 km
- Manhattan Pizza0.5 km
- Fish & Chips Gresham Avenue0.5 km
- Wood N Dough0.9 km
- Flames Kebabs1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oulton Broad North0.3 km
- Oulton Broad South1.4 km
- Oulton Broad2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Elmhurst Avenue0.2 km
- Elmhurst Avenue0.2 km
- Mendip Road0.3 km
- Mendip Road0.3 km
- North Railway Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NR323AR · Data under Open Government Licence