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BN8 5QX vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
203.7 miles (327.8 km) apart Bearing 333° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN8 5QX and M1 1AA are 203.7 miles (327.8 km) apart. BN8 5QX holds a +0.7 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN8 5QXvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN8 5QX(Lewes)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Lewes

BN8 5QX

5.6/10 Overall
Lewes • Ouse Valley & Ringmer
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN8 5QX
BN8 5QX5.6/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
BN8 5QX7/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
BN8 5QX4.5%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN8 5QX1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN8 5QX
BN8 5QX4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN8 5QX1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN8 5QX
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 8
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage and arson2
  • Drugs1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN8 5QX
Green Space:4.5%
Tree Canopy:3.7%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:92.2%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN8 5QX
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN8 5QX
Density:1749/km²
Average Age:44
Family Households:29.2%
Single Occupants:31.3%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN8 5QX
Council:Lewes
Ward:Ouse Valley & Ringmer
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
BN8 5QX
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN8 5QX vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN8 5QX from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN8 5QX (Lewes) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 203.7 miles (327.8 km). Heading from BN8 5QX to M1 1AA, the bearing is 333° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN8 5QX or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: M1 1AA has a higher safety score of 9.9/10 (Low crime level) compared to BN8 5QX at 7/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 8 incidents near BN8 5QX versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN8 5QX and M1 1AA?

BN8 5QX is governed by Lewes in the Ouse Valley & Ringmer 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 Lewes 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: BN8 5QX has 4.5% public green space coverage and 3.7% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 13 for BN8 5QX 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 BN8 5QX and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN8 5QX achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN8 5QX and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN8 5QX has a population density of 1749 people/km² (average age: 44), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN8 5QX, 29.2% of households are couples with children and 31.3% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for BN8 5QX vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN8 5QX at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN8 5QX

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

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M1 1AA

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

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