St Marys Lane is in Ambleside and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA22 9DD 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 St Marys Lane, Ambleside, LA22 9DD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA22 9BU, LA22 9DG, LA22 9DQ, LA22 0AA, LA22 0BU, LA22 0AB, LA22 9BT, LA22 9DP, LA22 0BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA22 9DD has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51% | 50% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LA22 9DD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.4% | 45.2% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.4% | 23.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -21.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 19.9% | 10.9% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 8.6% | -8.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 34.2% | 41.5% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 31.8% | -10.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 21% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22.8% | 14.1% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 11.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19% | 19.5% | 0.5% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 34.6% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 95% | 97.9% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 81.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 81.3% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 16.1% | 9.7% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 0.5% | -3.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 80.9% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.2% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 5.7% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.5% | 7.2% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 6.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marys Lane was 214.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 145.1% higher than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
St Marys Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 38th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Gables St Marys Lane, Ambleside, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-03-10 | £190,890 |
| Great Gables St Marys Lane, Ambleside, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2013-09-02 | £172,254 |
LA22 9DD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 9DD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9DD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 56 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 46 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambleside CofE Primary School Vicarage Road , LA22 9DH | 3out of 4 | 140 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grasmere CofE Primary School Stock Lane , Grasmere LA22 9SJ | 3out of 4 | 5,124 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 | 3,302 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion Hotel | White Lion Hotel, Market Place | 38 yd | |
| Bar Es | 2 St Mary's Lane | 45 yd | |
| Doi Intanon Thai Restaurant | Market Place | 52 yd | |
| The Old Smithy Fish & Chip Shop | The Old Smithy Fish And Chip Shop, 4 The Slack | 63 yd | |
| Sheilas Cottage | Sheilas Cottage, The Slack | 63 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak | Royal Oak Inn, Market Place | 52 yd | |
| The Ambleside Tavern | The Ambleside Tavern, Compston Road | 123 yd | |
| The Unicorn | Unicorn Hotel, North Road | 210 yd | |
| The Tap Yard | Rydal Road | 235 yd | |
| The Flying Fleece | Mill Yard, Rydal Road | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacos Del Sol | 2a Cheapside | 80 yd | |
| Picnic Box | 1 Lake Road | 125 yd | |
| The Codfather | 10 Lake Road | 125 yd | |
| White Platts Recreation Ground | Compston Road | 140 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | Compston Road | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Market Place | 52 yd | |
| The Cooperative Food | Co Op, Compston Road | 123 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| White Platts Recreation Ground Compston Road | tennis courts | 290 yd |
| Hillard Park 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES 2 ROTHAY HOLME COTTAGES ROTHAY ROAD | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Rothay Park WRAYSHOLME WRAYSHOLME MILLANS PARK | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Rydal Road Playing Field Rydal Road | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Ambleside Campus) (Closed) Rydal Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 523 yd |
| Ambleside Rugby Football Club BORRANS ROAD | grass pitches | 842 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.