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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN1 9PQ vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
202.9 miles (326.5 km) apart Bearing 334° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN1 9PQ and M1 1AA are 202.9 miles (326.5 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +1 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN1 9PQvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN1 9PQ(Lewes)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Lewes

BN1 9PQ

3.9/10 Overall
Lewes • Kingston
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
BN1 9PQ3.9/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
BN1 9PQ5/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: BN1 9PQ
BN1 9PQ14.6%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN1 9PQ100 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN1 9PQ
BN1 9PQ4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN1 9PQ1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN1 9PQ
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 12
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN1 9PQ
Green Space:14.6%
Tree Canopy:12.7%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:86.5%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN1 9PQ
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN1 9PQ
Density:1906/km²
Average Age:44
Family Households:24.4%
Single Occupants:27.6%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN1 9PQ
Council:Lewes
Ward:Kingston
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 9PQ
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 9PQ vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN1 9PQ from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN1 9PQ (Lewes) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 202.9 miles (326.5 km). Heading from BN1 9PQ to M1 1AA, the bearing is 334° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN1 9PQ or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: M1 1AA has a higher safety score of 9.9/10 (Low crime level) compared to BN1 9PQ at 5/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 12 incidents near BN1 9PQ versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN1 9PQ and M1 1AA?

BN1 9PQ is governed by Lewes in the Kingston 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 Lewes 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 9PQ has 14.6% public green space coverage and 12.7% 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 9PQ 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 9PQ and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN1 9PQ 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 9PQ and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN1 9PQ has a population density of 1906 people/km² (average age: 44), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN1 9PQ, 24.4% of households are couples with children and 27.6% 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 9PQ vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN1 9PQ 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 9PQ

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

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M1 1AA

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