Hazel Street is in Windermere and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA23 1EL 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 Hazel Street, Windermere, LA23 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA23 1EN, LA23 1EJ, LA23 2LD, LA23 1EH, LA23 1BH, LA23 1EQ, LA23 1BL, LA23 1EP, LA23 1BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA23 1EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.8% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.2% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 41.5% | 41.4% | -0.1% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 39.4% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 13.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 56.7% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 29.1% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 8.9% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 20.2% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.6% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.1% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 11.6% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 22.7% | 12.8% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.5% | 20.2% | -4.3% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.4% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 82.1% 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 | 89.7% | 82.1% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| European Union | 8% | 15.9% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 82.4% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 5.7% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.6% | 10.2% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 10.6% | 1.3% | 9.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 6.1% | 1.5% | 4.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazel Street was 39.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazel Street has the 51st highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 360th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Hazelhurst Hazel Street, Windermere, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-01-18 | £227,025 |
| Flat 3 Hazelhurst Hazel Street, Windermere, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-08-05 | £233,070 |
| 10 Knotts View Hazel Street, Windermere, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £547,000 | 2021-09-29 | £627,283 |
| 4 Knotts View Hazel Street, Windermere, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2020-03-12 | £384,661 |
| 8 Knotts View Hazel Street, Windermere, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-06-11 | £321,303 |
LA23 1EL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 38 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School Princes Road , LA23 2DD | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere Prince's Road , LA23 2DD | - not rated | 693 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goodly Dale Primary School Lake Road , LA23 2JX | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lakes School Troutbeck Bridge , LA23 1HW | 2out of 4 | 2,086 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,521 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie's | 7 Oak Street | 45 yd | |
| Tapios | 43 Crescent Road | 101 yd | |
| Brew Room | 31-33 Crescent Road | 101 yd | |
| Prince of India | 27A Crescent Road | 107 yd | |
| San Pietro Restaurant | Jester Court, Birch Street | 110 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens | Queens, Victoria Street | 252 yd | |
| The Crafty Baa | 21 Victoria Street | 284 yd | |
| Windermere Social Club | New Road | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mo's Bubble Tea | 18 Crescent Road | 118 yd | |
| Popeyes | 15 Crescent Road | 157 yd | |
| Little Chippy | 6 Beech Street | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 2 Oak Street | 45 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Main Road | 181 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd. | Station Precinct | 293 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Field Phoenix Way | grass pitches | 262 yd |
| Queens Park DROOMER DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 400 yd |
| St Martin & St Mary Church Of England Primary School PRINCES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 619 yd |
| Goodly Dale School LAKE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.