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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN16 3BW vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
198.8 miles (319.9 km) apart Bearing 339° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN16 3BW and M1 1AA are 198.8 miles (319.9 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +1.3 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN16 3BWvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN16 3BW(Arun)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Arun

BN16 3BW

3.6/10 Overall
Arun • Rustington East
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
BN16 3BW3.6/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
BN16 3BW2/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: BN16 3BW
BN16 3BW11.4%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN16 3BW
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN16 3BW
BN16 3BW4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN16 3BW1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN16 3BW
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 24
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting16
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage and arson3
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN16 3BW
Green Space:11.4%
Tree Canopy:0.3%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:81.3%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN16 3BW
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN16 3BW
Density:1688/km²
Average Age:57
Family Households:10.1%
Single Occupants:46.2%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN16 3BW
Council:Arun
Ward:Rustington East
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
BN16 3BW
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: BN16 3BW vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN16 3BW from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN16 3BW (Arun) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 198.8 miles (319.9 km). Heading from BN16 3BW to M1 1AA, the bearing is 339° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN16 3BW 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 BN16 3BW at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 24 incidents near BN16 3BW versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN16 3BW and M1 1AA?

BN16 3BW is governed by Arun in the Rustington East 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 Arun 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: BN16 3BW has 11.4% public green space coverage and 0.3% 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 BN16 3BW versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN16 3BW and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN16 3BW 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 BN16 3BW and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN16 3BW has a population density of 1688 people/km² (average age: 57), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN16 3BW, 10.1% of households are couples with children and 46.2% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for BN16 3BW vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN16 3BW at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN16 3BW

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

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M1 1AA

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