Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

SUNNY BANK ROAD, LA23 2EN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNNY BANK ROAD, LA23 2EN.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LA23 2EN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LA23 2EN combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£503k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LA23 2EN is a sought-after residential area on Sunny Bank Road, 0.6km from Heathwaite in Windermere. Administratively it sits within Windermere and Ambleside ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA23, LA23 2EN offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £503k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LA23 2EN are sourced from Output Area E00098092 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA23 2EN. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 465,000

5 sales · Mean £ 467,000

Terraced

£ 350,000

2 sales · Mean £ 350,000

Detached

£ 925,000

1 sales · Mean £ 925,000

Flat

£ 280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 280,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LA23 2EN has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences34
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order7
Other theft5
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School

Good417 pupils0.1 km
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St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere

Good41 pupils0.1 km
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Goodly Dale Primary School

Good95 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

58 nearby
  • Autumn Leaves Guest House0.7 km
  • Denehurst Guest House0.1 km
  • Rum Doodle B&B0.0 km
  • Glenburn Hotel0.3 km
  • Meadfoot Guest House0.4 km
  • + 53 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

47 nearby
  • Cafe Italia0.8 km
  • Francine's Restaurant0.8 km
  • Hillthwaite House Hotel0.1 km
  • Jubilee Masonic Club0.5 km
  • Prince of India0.8 km
  • + 42 more
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Windermere Community Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
  • Bargain Booze0.9 km
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • Polish Lake0.7 km
  • Boots0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • The Co-Op0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Taylors of Bowness0.8 km
  • Little Chippy0.9 km
  • Picnic Cabin Ltd0.8 km
  • Rileys Gelato0.9 km
  • Seafarers Bowness1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Queen's Hotel1.0 km
  • The Crafty Baa1.0 km
  • Windermere Social Club0.4 km
  • The Angel Inn1.0 km
  • The Lake View Garden Bar0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Windermere1.0 km
  • Staveley5.8 km
  • Burneside9.4 km