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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN21 3XJ vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
150.5 miles (242.3 km) apart Bearing 322° (North-West)

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

Verdict: BN21 3XJ and B1 1AA are 150.5 miles (242.3 km) apart. BN21 3XJ holds a +3.2 overall score advantage. BN21 3XJ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN21 3XJvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN21 3XJ(Eastbourne)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Eastbourne

BN21 3XJ

5.6/10 Overall
Eastbourne • Upperton
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN21 3XJ
BN21 3XJ5.6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN21 3XJ
BN21 3XJ8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: BN21 3XJ
BN21 3XJ14.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN21 3XJ
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
BN21 3XJ1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: BN21 3XJ
BN21 3XJ9/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN21 3XJ
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 5
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Public order1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN21 3XJ
Green Space:14.7%
Tree Canopy:1%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:77.8%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN21 3XJ
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN21 3XJ
Density:1723/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:11.7%
Single Occupants:52%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN21 3XJ
Council:Eastbourne
Ward:Upperton
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
BN21 3XJ
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: BN21 3XJ vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN21 3XJ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN21 3XJ (Eastbourne) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 150.5 miles (242.3 km). Heading from BN21 3XJ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 322° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN21 3XJ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN21 3XJ 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 5 incidents near BN21 3XJ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN21 3XJ and B1 1AA?

BN21 3XJ is governed by Eastbourne in the Upperton 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 Eastbourne 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: BN21 3XJ has 14.7% public green space coverage and 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 BN21 3XJ versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN21 3XJ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN21 3XJ 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 BN21 3XJ 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 BN21 3XJ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN21 3XJ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN21 3XJ

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

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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