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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN5 9AY vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
193.1 miles (310.7 km) apart Bearing 335° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN5 9AY and M1 1AA are 193.1 miles (310.7 km) apart. BN5 9AY holds a +0.7 overall score advantage. BN5 9AY ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN5 9AYvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN5 9AY(Horsham)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Horsham

BN5 9AY

5.6/10 Overall
Horsham • Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN5 9AY
BN5 9AY5.6/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN5 9AY
BN5 9AY10/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
BN5 9AY7.4%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN5 9AY1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: M1 1AA
BN5 9AY1/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN5 9AY1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN5 9AY
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 1
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN5 9AY
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:7.4%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:90.8%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN5 9AY
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN5 9AY
Density:1589/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:26.7%
Single Occupants:23%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN5 9AY
Council:Horsham
Ward:Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
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
BN5 9AY
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN5 9AY vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN5 9AY from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN5 9AY (Horsham) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 193.1 miles (310.7 km). Heading from BN5 9AY to M1 1AA, the bearing is 335° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN5 9AY or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN5 9AY has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to M1 1AA at 9.9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 1 incidents near BN5 9AY versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN5 9AY and M1 1AA?

BN5 9AY is governed by Horsham in the Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead 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 Horsham 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: BN5 9AY has 7.4% public green space coverage and 7.4% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for BN5 9AY versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

Which postcode has faster broadband and internet speeds?

According to Ofcom Connected Nations data: Speed measurements reflect active Ofcom network availability for each postcode.

How do schools compare between BN5 9AY and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN5 9AY achieves an education performance score of 1/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN5 9AY and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN5 9AY has a population density of 1589 people/km² (average age: 43), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN5 9AY, 26.7% of households are couples with children and 23% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for BN5 9AY vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN5 9AY at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN5 9AY

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

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M1 1AA

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