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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN1 5AL vs M1 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Brighton and Hove and Manchester using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
202.8 miles (326.4 km) apart Bearing 335° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Brighton and Hove) and North West (Manchester).

Verdict: BN1 5AL and M1 1AA are 202.8 miles (326.4 km) apart. BN1 5AL holds a +1.8 overall score advantage. BN1 5AL ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN1 5ALvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

Direct comparison across essential quality-of-life, infrastructure and safety categories.

BN1 5AL(Brighton and Hove)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Brighton and Hove

BN1 5AL

6.7/10 Overall
Brighton and Hove • Preston Park
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN1 5AL
BN1 5AL6.7/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN1 5AL
BN1 5AL10/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: BN1 5AL
BN1 5AL12.8%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN1 5AL1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN1 5AL
BN1 5AL4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN1 5AL1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN1 5AL
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 2
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Vehicle crime1
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN1 5AL
Green Space:12.8%
Tree Canopy:3%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:86.3%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN1 5AL
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN1 5AL
Density:1706/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:29.9%
Single Occupants:25.1%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN1 5AL
Council:Brighton and Hove
Ward:Preston Park
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
M1 1AA
Council:Manchester
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
BN1 5AL
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN1 5AL vs M1 1AA

Comparative answers computed directly from official Police.uk, ONS Census, Ofcom, DfE and Environment Agency records.

How far is BN1 5AL from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN1 5AL (Brighton and Hove) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 202.8 miles (326.4 km). Heading from BN1 5AL to M1 1AA, the bearing is 335° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN1 5AL or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN1 5AL has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to M1 1AA at 9.9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 2 incidents near BN1 5AL versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN1 5AL and M1 1AA?

BN1 5AL is governed by Brighton and Hove in the Preston Park electoral ward, located in South East. M1 1AA is administered by Manchester in the Local Ward ward, located in North West. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Brighton and Hove compared to £2,167.00 in Manchester.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: BN1 5AL has 12.8% public green space coverage and 3% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 13 for BN1 5AL versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

Which postcode has faster broadband and internet speeds?

According to Ofcom Connected Nations data: Speed measurements reflect active Ofcom network availability for each postcode.

How do schools compare between BN1 5AL and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN1 5AL achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN1 5AL and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN1 5AL has a population density of 1706 people/km² (average age: 38), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN1 5AL, 29.9% of households are couples with children and 25.1% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for BN1 5AL vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN1 5AL at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN1 5AL

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Brighton and Hove.

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M1 1AA

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