NR32 in Lowestoft has recorded five-year annualised price growth of 1.4%, alongside rental growth of 6.0% per annum over the same period. The district scores 53.5 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it in the 70th percentile nationally. Currently classified as latent-stage gentrification, NR32 shows divergence between capital and rental value dynamics, with rental yields outpacing capital appreciation significantly. This pattern reflects a rental-focused market where tenant demand has sustained income growth despite modest property price movement. The coastal location and East of England positioning place the district within a broader regional context experiencing variable economic pressures.
Domain breakdown
Subscribe to unlock domain scores
See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.0% per year
Nearby districts
What's changing in Lowestoft · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.8 points this month to 51/100, driven mainly by safety.
15 planning applications submitted in NR32 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes.
- Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Erection of a detached single-storey outbuilding within the rear garden to be used as a workshop and storage building ancillary to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse. The building will be positioned within the residential curtilage and constructed in accordance with the submitted plans and elevations. No new vehicular access is proposed. Existing drainage arrangements will remain unaffected.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Construction of a single-storey side and rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory and sunroom. Internal alterations including reconfiguration of the ground floor layout, formation of new porch entrance and associated external alterations. Erection of a detached ancillary annexe outbuilding within the rear garden for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse. Installation of rooflights/roof lantern and associated landscaping and external works.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Single and two storey rear extensionsJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Lowestoft (NR32) common questions
Is Lowestoft up and coming?
Lowestoft (NR32) has a trajectory score of 51/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 45% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 10.5 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Lowestoft safe?
Lowestoft has a safety score of 14/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Lowestoft?
The average property price in Lowestoft (NR32) is £259k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Lowestoft?
The median monthly rent in Lowestoft (NR32) is £812 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Lowestoft?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Lowestoft (NR33), Great Yarmouth (NR31), Great Yarmouth (NR30), Beccles (NR34), Saxmundham (IP17). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
Generate a property report
Get a 10-page report for a specific address in Lowestoft.
Monitor Lowestoft
Get alerts when the trajectory score changes, new planning applications are submitted, or the gentrification stage shifts.
Related reading
Disclaimer: Praesago provides data analytics and market intelligence. Nothing on this platform constitutes financial advice, investment advice, or a personal recommendation. Property values can fall as well as rise. Past performance does not predict future results. Seek independent financial and legal advice before making property investment decisions.