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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN11 5BW vs B1 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Worthing and Birmingham using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
132.1 miles (212.5 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Worthing) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: BN11 5BW and B1 1AA are 132.1 miles (212.5 km) apart. BN11 5BW holds a +2.5 overall score advantage. BN11 5BW ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN11 5BWvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN11 5BW(Worthing)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Worthing

BN11 5BW

4.9/10 Overall
Worthing • Marine
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN11 5BW
BN11 5BW4.9/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN11 5BW
BN11 5BW8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: B1 1AA
BN11 5BW2.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN11 5BW
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
BN11 5BW1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN11 5BW1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN11 5BW
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 6
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Burglary1
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN11 5BW
Green Space:2.9%
Tree Canopy:0.1%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:73.8%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN11 5BW
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN11 5BW
Density:1586/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:14.7%
Single Occupants:44.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN11 5BW
Council:Worthing
Ward:Marine
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
BN11 5BW
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN11 5BW vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN11 5BW from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN11 5BW (Worthing) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 132.1 miles (212.5 km). Heading from BN11 5BW to B1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN11 5BW or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN11 5BW has a higher safety score of 8/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 6 incidents near BN11 5BW versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN11 5BW and B1 1AA?

BN11 5BW is governed by Worthing in the Marine electoral ward, located in South East. B1 1AA is administered by Birmingham in the Local Ward ward, located in West Midlands. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Worthing compared to £2,167.00 in Birmingham.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: BN11 5BW has 2.9% public green space coverage and 0.1% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 13 for BN11 5BW versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN11 5BW and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN11 5BW achieves an education performance score of 1/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN11 5BW and 10 schools near B1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles:

What are the flood risk ratings for BN11 5BW vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN11 5BW at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN11 5BW

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

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B1 1AA

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

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