The Windermere and Ambleside ward covers a scenic area in Westmorland and Furness, centred around the towns of Windermere and Ambleside. The ward includes parts of Lake Windermere, England's largest natural lake, and stretches into the surrounding fells and valleys. The area is known for its tourism industry, with attractions like boat cruises, hiking trails, and historic sites drawing visitors year-round.
Windermere town serves as a transport hub, with a railway station connecting to major cities, while Ambleside offers a mix of shops, cafes, and outdoor activity providers. The ward also includes smaller villages like Troutbeck and Clappersgate, which contribute to its rural character. Local economy relies on hospitality, retail, and outdoor recreation, alongside some agriculture in the surrounding countryside.
On average Windermere and Ambleside has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Windermere and Ambleside is £44,224 per year. There are 8 schools in Windermere and Ambleside: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £417,500 in Windermere and Ambleside area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,500 up to £4,000,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £721,500; semi-detached at £465,250; terraced at £370,000; flats at £230,000.
10 years price trend in Windermere and Ambleside
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Ambleside Road
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Church Street
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Crescent Road
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Broadfield Close
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Kirk Lane
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Victoria Road
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Lane Head
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Windermere South & Staveley
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Bowfell Crescent
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Droomer Drive
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Skelghyll Lane
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Vicarage Road
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Peggy Hill
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Fair View Road
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Belle Vue Lane
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Fair View Road
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Rydal Road
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Easedale Road
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Wynlass Park
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Kirk Lane
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College Road
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Oldfield Court
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Annisgarth Close
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South Craig
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Bowfell Crescent
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Crescent Road
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Cheapside
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Ambleside Road
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Church Street
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Gale How Park
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Lake Road
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Compston Road
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High Greenbank
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Side Gates
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Ambleside Road
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Keldwyth Drive
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Brook Street
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Hundreds Road
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Lake Road
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Windermere Park
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Lickbarrow Road
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Windermere South & Staveley
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Crook Brow
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Lake Road
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Knott Street
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Compston Road
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Chapel Hill
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College Street
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Church Street
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College Road
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Cornbirthwaite Road
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Bridge Lane
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Ambleside Road
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Skelghyll Lane
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Lake Road
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Windermere South & Staveley
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Annisgarth Avenue
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Annisgarth Avenue
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Craig Walk
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South Craig
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Craig Walk
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Claife Avenue
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Loughrigg Park
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Stockghyll Lane
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College Street
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College Road
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Low Gate
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Ellerthwaite Road
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Ellerthwaite Road
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Thornbarrow Road
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Windermere North, Ambleside & Langdales
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Kelsick Road
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Millans Park
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Rydal Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.