Area Overview for Southtown and Cobholm Ward

Gapton Hall Marshes, Great Yarmouth. in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
The Grayling public house, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Roundabout on Pasteur Road (A1243) in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
A12 heading south east towards Lowestoft in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Tesco filling station, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Frankie & Benny's, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Gapton Hall Shopping, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Gapton Hall Road, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Gapton Hall Sluice #4, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
Pasteur Retail Park and car park, Great Yarmouth in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
The Gapton Hall roundabout in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
The Yarmouth side of the Gapton Hall roundabout in Southtown and Cobholm Ward
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Area Information

Southtown and Cobholm Ward occupies just 3.1 km² of land within England, making it a compact district borough unitary ward. Despite its small physical footprint, the area accommodates 1,519 residents, creating a density of 491 people per square kilometre. This concentration shapes daily life, where neighbours are few in total number but likely close in proximity. Living in Southtown and Cobholm Ward means experiencing a tightly packed community where space is at a premium. The ward stands out for its restrictive size relative to its population, meaning that local amenities and services must be accessed within walking distance or through very nearby routes. You will find that the area functions as a concentrated residential zone rather than a sprawling suburb. Prospective buyers seeking this specific ward need to recognise that the limited land area fundamentally dictates the character of the neighbourhood, limiting expansion and shaping the overall streetscape. Understanding this scale is essential when evaluating homes in Southtown and Cobholm Ward.

Area Type
District Borough Unitary Ward
Area Size
3.1 km²
Population
1519
Population Density
491 people/km²

Demographics

The community profile of Southtown and Cobholm Ward reveals a distinctly older population. The median age for residents sits at 70 years, indicating that the area is dominated by older adults. While specific data on the most common age range is not detailed beyond the total age category, the high median age suggests a retirement-focused or mature demographic. Home ownership stands at 44%, meaning less than half of all households own their property outright. Consequently, more than half of the population likely rents their accommodation. This split influences the stability of the tenant mix within Southtown and Cobholm Ward. Accommodation types and predominant ethnic groups are recorded in the local statistics, reflecting the specific composition of this small ward. You should note that the household composition totals indicate a standard distribution for a UK ward, though the age factor skews the dynamic heavily towards older residents. Deprivation levels are not explicitly broken out here, but the age profile often correlates with specific lifestyle needs within the ward.

Household Size

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Accommodation Type

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Tenure

44
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Ethnic Group

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Religion

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Household Composition

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Age

70
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Age: Total
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Household Deprivation

N/A
with no deprivation

NS-SEC

15
in Lower managerial occupations

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Planning

Planning Constraints

  • Flood Risk
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  • Ramsar Wetland Sites
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  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southtown and Cobholm Ward a popular place for families with young children?
Southtown and Cobholm Ward has a median age of 70, which suggests the community is dominated by older residents rather than young families. The ward also carries Critical levels of crime risk with a score of 30, indicating higher than average crime rates. These factors, combined with a small area size of 3.1 km² making it densely populated at 491 people per km², likely mean it is not ideally suited for raising young children compared to other wards.
How strong is the internet connection for remote workers in this area?
Digital connectivity in Southtown and Cobholm Ward is outstanding. The fixed broadband quality score reaches 98 out of 100, which represents excellent performance. Residents can expect reliable high-speed internet suitable for demanding remote work tasks without interruption. This level of connectivity is one of the strongest assets available in the ward.
Are there significant risks I should be aware of before buying a home here?
The ward faces two major challenges. Crime risk is Critical with a score of 30, meaning incidents are above average. Additionally, flood risk is rated Critical with a score of 90.58, indicating high coverage of flood risk. While there are no protected woodlands or areas of outstanding natural beauty limiting planning, the presence of Ramsar wetland sites does trigger a warning level for planning constraints. Serious buyers must consider both security and environmental flooding risks.
How does the housing market look for someone wanting to buy a home?
Ownership in Southtown and Cobholm Ward stands at just 44%, meaning the majority of households rent rather than own. This indicates that the market might be tighter for outright buyers and that rental availability could be higher than ownership. The accommodation stock typically suits an older demographic, given the median age of 70. With limited land area of just 3.1 km², the inventory for purchase is likely small.

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