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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN8 4LF vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
197.7 miles (318.2 km) apart Bearing 332° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN8 4LF and M1 1AA are 197.7 miles (318.2 km) apart. BN8 4LF holds a +1.5 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN8 4LFvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

BN8 4LF(Lewes)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Lewes

BN8 4LF

6.4/10 Overall
Lewes • Newick
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN8 4LF
BN8 4LF6.4/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
BN8 4LF9/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: BN8 4LF
BN8 4LF18.7%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN8 4LF1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN8 4LF
BN8 4LF4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN8 4LF1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN8 4LF
9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 5
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Burglary1
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN8 4LF
Green Space:18.7%
Tree Canopy:18.2%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:92.7%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN8 4LF
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN8 4LF
Density:1218/km²
Average Age:42
Family Households:27.9%
Single Occupants:24.1%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN8 4LF
Council:Lewes
Ward:Newick
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 4LF
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 4LF vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN8 4LF from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN8 4LF (Lewes) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 197.7 miles (318.2 km). Heading from BN8 4LF to M1 1AA, the bearing is 332° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: BN8 4LF 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 4LF at 9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 5 incidents near BN8 4LF versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN8 4LF and M1 1AA?

BN8 4LF is governed by Lewes in the Newick 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 4LF has 18.7% public green space coverage and 18.2% 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 4LF 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 4LF and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN8 4LF 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 4LF and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN8 4LF has a population density of 1218 people/km² (average age: 42), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN8 4LF, 27.9% of households are couples with children and 24.1% 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 4LF vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN8 4LF 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 4LF

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

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