LA22 9QA is in Grasmere, Ambleside and Westmorland And Furness district. LA22 9QA 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 Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA22 9QD, LA22 9SX, LA22 9SY, LA22 9ST, LA22 9SP, LA22 9QS, LA22 9SU, LA22 9SZ, LA22 9TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA22 9QA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 52.2% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 52% | 47.8% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 37.3% | 39.7% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.5% | 42.5% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 8.2% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 46.6% | 52% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 31.6% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 10.8% | 17.6% | 6.8% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.1% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 9.9% | -7.3% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.3% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 13.1% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 41.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 9.3% | 3.2% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.3% | 93% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 79.8% 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 | 86.6% | 79.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| European Union | 10.7% | 15.2% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.2% | 78.9% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 7.3% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 65.4% | 46.2% | 19.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LA22 9QA was 102.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.0% higher than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LA22 9QA has the 16th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 102nd highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolvercote, Ambleside, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2018-12-10 | £961,538 |
| 1 Underhowe, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2017-04-18 | £814,227 |
| 3 Tanner Croft, Ambleside, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2015-10-16 | £582,671 |
| Trantunas, Ambleside, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £577,500 | 2014-04-23 | £866,250 |
| Crag House, Ambleside, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2013-07-12 | £2,065,149 |
LA22 9QA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% 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 9QA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 122 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grasmere CofE Primary School Stock Lane , Grasmere LA22 9SJ | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale CofE School Chapel Stile , Great Langdale LA22 9JE | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathilde's at the Heaton Cooper Studio | Heaton Cooper Studio Ltd, Grasmere | 61 yd | |
| Emma's Dell | Red Lion Square | 61 yd | |
| The Inn at Grasmere | Red Lion Square | 112 yd | |
| Baldry's Tearoom | Baldrys, Red Lion Square | 138 yd | |
| Heidi's Grasmere Lodge | Heidi's of Grasmere, Red Lion Square | 143 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucia's | Broadgate House | 147 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% |
| Median download speed | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.