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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN6 8SA vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
132.2 miles (212.7 km) apart Bearing 324° (North-West)

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

Verdict: BN6 8SA and B1 1AA are 132.2 miles (212.7 km) apart. BN6 8SA holds a +2.2 overall score advantage. BN6 8SA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN6 8SAvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN6 8SA(Lewes)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Lewes

BN6 8SA

4.6/10 Overall
Lewes • Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN6 8SA
BN6 8SA4.6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN6 8SA
BN6 8SA4/10 (Moderate)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: BN6 8SA
BN6 8SA11.2%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN6 8SA1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN6 8SA
BN6 8SA4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN6 8SA1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN6 8SA
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 14
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN6 8SA
Green Space:11.2%
Tree Canopy:11%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:86.5%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN6 8SA
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN6 8SA
Density:1166/km²
Average Age:44
Family Households:26.9%
Single Occupants:21.8%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN6 8SA
Council:Lewes
Ward:Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:High
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
BN6 8SA
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN6 8SA vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN6 8SA from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN6 8SA (Lewes) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 132.2 miles (212.7 km). Heading from BN6 8SA to B1 1AA, the bearing is 324° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN6 8SA or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN6 8SA has a higher safety score of 4/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 14 incidents near BN6 8SA versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN6 8SA and B1 1AA?

BN6 8SA is governed by Lewes in the Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John 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 Lewes 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: BN6 8SA has 11.2% public green space coverage and 11% 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 BN6 8SA 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 BN6 8SA and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN6 8SA achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN6 8SA 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 BN6 8SA vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN6 8SA at 'High' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN6 8SA

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

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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