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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN15 8NQ vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
133 miles (214.1 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN15 8NQ and B1 1AA are 133 miles (214.1 km) apart. BN15 8NQ holds a +2.9 overall score advantage. BN15 8NQ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN15 8NQvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN15 8NQ(Adur)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Adur

BN15 8NQ

5.3/10 Overall
Adur • Widewater
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN15 8NQ
BN15 8NQ5.3/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN15 8NQ
BN15 8NQ5/10 (Moderate)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: B1 1AA
BN15 8NQ4.1%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN15 8NQ
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN15 8NQ
BN15 8NQ8/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN15 8NQ1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN15 8NQ
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 12
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Vehicle crime3
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN15 8NQ
Green Space:4.1%
Tree Canopy:0.7%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:90.2%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN15 8NQ
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN15 8NQ
Density:1393/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:19.3%
Single Occupants:36.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN15 8NQ
Council:Adur
Ward:Widewater
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
BN15 8NQ
School Score:8/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN15 8NQ vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN15 8NQ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN15 8NQ (Adur) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 133 miles (214.1 km). Heading from BN15 8NQ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 330° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN15 8NQ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN15 8NQ has a higher safety score of 5/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 12 incidents near BN15 8NQ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN15 8NQ and B1 1AA?

BN15 8NQ is governed by Adur in the Widewater 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 Adur 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: BN15 8NQ has 4.1% public green space coverage and 0.7% 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 BN15 8NQ versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN15 8NQ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN15 8NQ achieves an education performance score of 8/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN15 8NQ 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 BN15 8NQ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN15 8NQ at 'Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN15 8NQ

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

Full Area Report

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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