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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN15 8BB vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
201.1 miles (323.6 km) apart Bearing 337° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN15 8BB and M1 1AA are 201.1 miles (323.6 km) apart. BN15 8BB holds a +1.6 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN15 8BBvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN15 8BB(Adur)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Adur

BN15 8BB

6.5/10 Overall
Adur • Widewater
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN15 8BB
BN15 8BB6.5/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
BN15 8BB4/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
BN15 8BB8.1%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN15 8BB
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN15 8BB
BN15 8BB10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: BN15 8BB
BN15 8BB9/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN15 8BB
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 15
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Possession of weapons2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN15 8BB
Green Space:8.1%
Tree Canopy:2.6%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:88.8%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN15 8BB
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN15 8BB
Density:1700/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:17.1%
Single Occupants:44.9%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN15 8BB
Council:Adur
Ward:Widewater
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
BN15 8BB
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN15 8BB vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN15 8BB from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN15 8BB (Adur) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 201.1 miles (323.6 km). Heading from BN15 8BB to M1 1AA, the bearing is 337° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN15 8BB 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 BN15 8BB at 4/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 15 incidents near BN15 8BB versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN15 8BB and M1 1AA?

BN15 8BB is governed by Adur in the Widewater 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 Adur 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: BN15 8BB has 8.1% public green space coverage and 2.6% 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 BN15 8BB versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN15 8BB and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN15 8BB achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN15 8BB and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN15 8BB has a population density of 1700 people/km² (average age: 43), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN15 8BB, 17.1% of households are couples with children and 44.9% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for BN15 8BB vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN15 8BB at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN15 8BB

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

Full Area Report

M1 1AA

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

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