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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

CR0 3FP vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
106.4 miles (171.2 km) apart Bearing 316° (North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between London (Croydon) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: CR0 3FP and B1 1AA are 106.4 miles (171.2 km) apart. CR0 3FP holds a +0.8 overall score advantage.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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CR0 3FPvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

CR0 3FP(Croydon)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Croydon

CR0 3FP

3.2/10 Overall
Croydon • West Thornton
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: CR0 3FP
CR0 3FP3.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Equal rating
CR0 3FP2/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: CR0 3FP
CR0 3FP29.2%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
CR0 3FP100 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: CR0 3FP
CR0 3FP9/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
CR0 3FP1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
CR0 3FP
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 21
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences9
  • Burglary3
  • Other theft3
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
CR0 3FP
Green Space:29.2%
Tree Canopy:3.4%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:89.2%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
CR0 3FP
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
CR0 3FP
Density:1645/km²
Average Age:33
Family Households:30.3%
Single Occupants:22.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
CR0 3FP
Council:Croydon
Ward:West Thornton
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
CR0 3FP
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: CR0 3FP vs B1 1AA

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

How far is CR0 3FP from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between CR0 3FP (Croydon) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 106.4 miles (171.2 km). Heading from CR0 3FP to B1 1AA, the bearing is 316° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: CR0 3FP or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: Both areas share an identical safety score of 2/10. Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 21 incidents near CR0 3FP versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern CR0 3FP and B1 1AA?

CR0 3FP is governed by Croydon in the West Thornton electoral ward, located in London. 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 Croydon 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: CR0 3FP has 29.2% public green space coverage and 3.4% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 18 for CR0 3FP 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 CR0 3FP and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: CR0 3FP achieves an education performance score of 9/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near CR0 3FP 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 CR0 3FP vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess CR0 3FP at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

CR0 3FP

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

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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