Reed Bottoms is in Ambleside and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA22 0RB is located in the Windermere and Ambleside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, LA22 0RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA22 0EQ, LA22 0BZ, LA22 9DL, LA22 0DB, LA22 0BP, LA22 0EG, LA22 0BT, LA22 0EE, LA22 0BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA22 0RB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.5% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.5% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.8% | 23.6% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 50.8% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 15.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.1% | 43.8% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 37.5% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 10.8% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 11.6% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 9.2% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 10% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 43.8% | 5.2% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 6.8% | 2% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 91.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Reed Bottoms was 7.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.5% lower than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Reed Bottoms has the 6th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 64th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-07-02 | £396,535 |
| Wansfell Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2015-10-16 | £461,192 |
| Fairfield Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2005-05-13 | £469,891 |
| Wansfell Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, a newly built property | £127,000 | 1998-12-21 | £508,490 |
| Garth Howe Reed Bottoms, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, a newly built property | £129,500 | 1998-10-22 | £526,633 |
LA22 0RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LA22 0RB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambleside CofE Primary School Vicarage Road , LA22 9DH | 3out of 4 | 240 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere CofE Primary School Stock Lane , Grasmere LA22 9SJ | 3out of 4 | 5,190 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windermere School Browhead , Patterdale Road LA23 1NW | - not rated | 3,117 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshers Cafe | Unit 3 The Courtyard | 103 yd | |
| Rothay Garth Hotel | Rothay Garth Hotel, Rothay Road | 103 yd | |
| Rothay House | Rothay Road | 103 yd | |
| Ishaas Indian Eatery | Itihaas Indian Eatery, Kelsick Road | 115 yd | |
| Luigi's Restaurant | Luigis Restaurant, Kelsick Road | 121 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Market Place | 335 yd | |
| The Ambleside Tavern | The Ambleside Tavern, Compston Road | 345 yd | |
| The Tap Yard | Rydal Road | 475 yd | |
| The Flying Fleece | Mill Yard, Rydal Road | 475 yd | |
| The Unicorn | Unicorn Hotel, North Road | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food in the Fells | Unit 5 Rothay Holme | 103 yd | |
| Picnic Box | 1 Lake Road | 202 yd | |
| The Codfather | 10 Lake Road | 202 yd | |
| White Platts Recreation Ground | Compston Road | 207 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | Compston Road | 207 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Market Place | 335 yd | |
| The Cooperative Food | Co Op, Compston Road | 345 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| White Platts Recreation Ground Compston Road | tennis courts | 151 yd |
| Hillard Park 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES ROTHAY ROAD | grass pitches | 155 yd |
| Rothay Park WRAYSHOLME WRAYSHOLME MILLANS PARK | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Ambleside Rugby Football Club BORRANS ROAD | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Rydal Road Playing Field Rydal Road | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Ambleside Campus) (Closed) Rydal Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 762 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.