Swiss Villas is in Ambleside and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA22 9AE 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swiss Villas, Ambleside, LA22 9AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA22 9AF, LA22 9AD, LA22 9BW, LA22 9DH, LA22 9DR, LA22 9DP, LA22 9DJ, LA22 9BT, LA22 9DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA22 9AE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 48.2% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 52.4% | 51.8% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 40.3% | 41.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 37.8% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 54.6% | 39.7% | -14.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 44.1% | 11.9% | 33.6% | 10.5% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 11.2% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8.5% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 12.5% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 18.3% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 41.5% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 8.1% | 3.1% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 93.1% | 96.4% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 84.5% | 90.2% | 5.7% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 8.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.6% | 89.4% | 5.8% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.4% | 3.3% | -2.1% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 2% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swiss Villas was 42.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% lower than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swiss Villas has the 45th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 335th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Swiss Villas, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2021-10-21 | £489,956 |
| 4 Swiss Villas, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £374,500 | 2018-12-03 | £483,614 |
| 1 Swiss Villas, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £195,436 | 2007-01-05 | £277,753 |
| 3 Swiss Villas, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £84,673 | 1996-11-15 | £415,812 |
| 1 Swiss Villas, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £58,005 | 1995-02-03 | £290,303 |
LA22 9AE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LA22 9AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 82 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambleside CofE Primary School Vicarage Road , LA22 9DH | 3out of 4 | 61 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere CofE Primary School Stock Lane , Grasmere LA22 9SJ | 3out of 4 | 4,981 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 | 3,400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auradaze Japanese Deli | 2-3 Old Post Office | 27 yd | |
| Zeffirellis | Zefferellis, Millans Park | 27 yd | |
| Matthews Bistro | Compston Road | 95 yd | |
| Jintana Thai Restaurant | Compston Road | 95 yd | |
| Stiles Coffee Bar | Compston Road | 95 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ambleside Tavern | The Ambleside Tavern, Compston Road | 73 yd | |
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Market Place | 156 yd | |
| The Tap Yard | Rydal Road | 182 yd | |
| The Flying Fleece | Mill Yard, Rydal Road | 182 yd | |
| The Unicorn | Unicorn Hotel, North Road | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Walnut Fish Bar | Walnut Fish Bar, Millans Park | 27 yd | |
| White Platts Recreation Ground | Compston Road | 95 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | Compston Road | 95 yd | |
| Tacos Del Sol | 2a Cheapside | 216 yd | |
| Picnic Box | 1 Lake Road | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative Food | Co Op, Compston Road | 73 yd | |
| Tesco | Market Place | 156 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rothay Park WRAYSHOLME WRAYSHOLME MILLANS PARK | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| White Platts Recreation Ground Compston Road | tennis courts | 228 yd |
| Hillard Park 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES ROTHAY ROAD | grass pitches | 244 yd |
| Rydal Road Playing Field Rydal Road | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Ambleside Campus) (Closed) Rydal Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 461 yd |
| Ambleside Rugby Football Club BORRANS ROAD | grass pitches | 832 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.