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BN7 1NG vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
137 miles (220.5 km) apart Bearing 324° (North-West)

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

Verdict: BN7 1NG and B1 1AA are 137 miles (220.5 km) apart. BN7 1NG holds a +4.1 overall score advantage. BN7 1NG ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN7 1NGvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN7 1NG(Lewes)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Lewes

BN7 1NG

6.5/10 Overall
Lewes • Lewes Priory
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN7 1NG
BN7 1NG6.5/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN7 1NG
BN7 1NG10/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: BN7 1NG
BN7 1NG13.1%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN7 1NG1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN7 1NG
BN7 1NG4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN7 1NG1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN7 1NG
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Other theft1
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN7 1NG
Green Space:13.1%
Tree Canopy:8.5%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:87%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN7 1NG
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN7 1NG
Density:1233/km²
Average Age:41
Family Households:35.2%
Single Occupants:20%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN7 1NG
Council:Lewes
Ward:Lewes Priory
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
BN7 1NG
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: BN7 1NG vs B1 1AA

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

How far is BN7 1NG from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN7 1NG (Lewes) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 137 miles (220.5 km). Heading from BN7 1NG to B1 1AA, the bearing is 324° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN7 1NG or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN7 1NG has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 3 incidents near BN7 1NG versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN7 1NG and B1 1AA?

BN7 1NG is governed by Lewes in the Lewes Priory 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: BN7 1NG has 13.1% public green space coverage and 8.5% 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 BN7 1NG 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 BN7 1NG and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN7 1NG 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 BN7 1NG 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 BN7 1NG vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN7 1NG at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN7 1NG

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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