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BN5 9FD vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
127.1 miles (204.6 km) apart Bearing 327° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN5 9FD and B1 1AA are 127.1 miles (204.6 km) apart. BN5 9FD holds a +1.8 overall score advantage. BN5 9FD ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN5 9FDvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN5 9FD(Horsham)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Horsham

BN5 9FD

4.2/10 Overall
Horsham • Henfield
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN5 9FD
BN5 9FD4.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN5 9FD
BN5 9FD5/10 (Moderate)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Equal rating
BN5 9FD7.4%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN5 9FD1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
BN5 9FD1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN5 9FD1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN5 9FD
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 12
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN5 9FD
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:5%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:88.1%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN5 9FD
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN5 9FD
Density:1899/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:24.5%
Single Occupants:34.6%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN5 9FD
Council:Horsham
Ward:Henfield
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
BN5 9FD
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: BN5 9FD vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN5 9FD from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN5 9FD (Horsham) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 127.1 miles (204.6 km). Heading from BN5 9FD to B1 1AA, the bearing is 327° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN5 9FD or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN5 9FD 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 BN5 9FD versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN5 9FD and B1 1AA?

BN5 9FD is governed by Horsham in the Henfield 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 Horsham 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: BN5 9FD has 7.4% public green space coverage and 5% 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 BN5 9FD versus 17 for B1 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 9FD and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN5 9FD 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 BN5 9FD 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 BN5 9FD vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN5 9FD at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN5 9FD

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

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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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