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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN22 8XG vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
150.4 miles (242.1 km) apart Bearing 322° (North-West)

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

Verdict: BN22 8XG and B1 1AA are 150.4 miles (242.1 km) apart. BN22 8XG holds a +3.2 overall score advantage. BN22 8XG ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN22 8XGvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN22 8XG(Eastbourne)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Eastbourne

BN22 8XG

5.6/10 Overall
Eastbourne • Upperton
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN22 8XG
BN22 8XG5.6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN22 8XG
BN22 8XG8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: BN22 8XG
BN22 8XG14.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN22 8XG
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
BN22 8XG1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: BN22 8XG
BN22 8XG9/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN22 8XG
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
BN22 8XG
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
BN22 8XG
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN22 8XG
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
BN22 8XG
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
BN22 8XG
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: BN22 8XG vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN22 8XG from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN22 8XG (Eastbourne) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 150.4 miles (242.1 km). Heading from BN22 8XG to B1 1AA, the bearing is 322° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN22 8XG or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN22 8XG 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 BN22 8XG versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN22 8XG and B1 1AA?

BN22 8XG 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: BN22 8XG 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 BN22 8XG versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between BN22 8XG and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN22 8XG 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 BN22 8XG 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 BN22 8XG vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN22 8XG at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN22 8XG

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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