norwich NR34 Postcodes

Norwich (NR34)

The NR34 postcode area is located in the Norwich postcode town region, within the county of Norfolk, and contains a total of 924 individual postcodes.

There are 90 electoral wards in the NR34 postcode area, including Attleborough, Beccles, Bungay, Cromer, Dereham, Fakenham, Great Yarmouth, Holt, Lowestoft, Melton Constable, North Walsham, Norwich, Sheringham, Walsingham, Wells-Next-The-Sea, Wymondham which come under the local authority of the South Norfolk Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 20% of people in NR34 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of NR34 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The NR34 postcode covers the coastal village of Corton and the villages of Lowestoft, Kirkley, Oulton Broad, Pakefield and Carlton Colville in the Waveney district of Suffolk in the United Kingdom. The total population of the postcode area is 13,861, with 6.9% of those being of retirement age, 24.8% of working age, and 68.3% of school-age children.

Corton, with an estimated population of 1,704, is the largest settlement in the postcode area. It is known for its beach, as well as the medieval church of St Andrew's. Corton, like much of the Suffolk coast, offers a great variety of activities and attractions, including a wide range of shops, pubs and restaurants, golf courses, and a seaside amusement park.

Lowestoft is a small town and a civil parish in the Waveney district, with an estimated population of 60,627. It is the easternmost settlement in the United Kingdom, and has been home to the famous Sparrows Fish & Chips restaurant since the 1800s. Lowestoft is home to the award-winning Lowestoft Seafront, which is a popular location for fishing, boat trips and beach sports.

Kirkley, with an estimated population of 2,783, is a small village located to the east of Lowestoft. The village offers a wide range of amenities, including a cricket club, the Kirkley Hall zoological gardens, a museum and a variety of shops. It is also home to the popular Kirkley Mills, which are well known for their attendance at the Lowestoft Saturday market.

Oulton Broad is a broad located next to the town of Lowestoft, and has an estimated population of 3,629. It is part of the Broads network, and is home to a variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, sailing and power boat racing.

Pakefield, with an estimated population of 6,392, is a coastal village located to the north of Lowestoft. It is popular for its Blue Flag beaches, which have provided many opportunities for sailing, jet-skiing and a number of other activities. It is one of the closest towns to the historic site of Sutton Hoo, which is a popular destination for day-trippers.

Carlton Colville, with an estimated population of 4,289, is a large village located to the north-west of Lowestoft. It is home to a variety of historical landmarks, including the ruins of the 13th century St Mary the Virgin church, as well as a variety of shops and businesses. It is also home to the Carlton Colville Golf and Country Club, which has an 18-hole golf course, and a variety of outdoor activities such as tennis, squash and lawn bowls.

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