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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

BN8 5SA vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
203 miles (326.8 km) apart Bearing 333° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: BN8 5SA and M1 1AA are 203 miles (326.8 km) apart. BN8 5SA holds a +0.7 overall score advantage. BN8 5SA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN8 5SAvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

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

BN8 5SA

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

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN8 5SA
BN8 5SA5.6/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN8 5SA
BN8 5SA10/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
BN8 5SA3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
BN8 5SA100 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN8 5SA
BN8 5SA4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN8 5SA1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN8 5SA
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 2
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Public order1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN8 5SA
Green Space:3%
Tree Canopy:3%
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 5SA
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN8 5SA
Density:1752/km²
Average Age:44
Family Households:24.5%
Single Occupants:26.3%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN8 5SA
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 5SA
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 5SA vs M1 1AA

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

How far is BN8 5SA from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN8 5SA (Lewes) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 203 miles (326.8 km). Heading from BN8 5SA 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 5SA or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN8 5SA has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to M1 1AA at 9.9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 2 incidents near BN8 5SA versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

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

BN8 5SA 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 5SA has 3% public green space coverage and 3% 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 5SA 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 5SA and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN8 5SA 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 5SA and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: BN8 5SA has a population density of 1752 people/km² (average age: 44), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In BN8 5SA, 24.5% of households are couples with children and 26.3% 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 5SA vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN8 5SA 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 5SA

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

Full Area Report

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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