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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

CR2 9HF vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
111.1 miles (178.8 km) apart Bearing 316° (North-West)

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

Verdict: CR2 9HF and B1 1AA are 111.1 miles (178.8 km) apart. CR2 9HF holds a +3.6 overall score advantage. CR2 9HF ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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CR2 9HFvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

CR2 9HF(Croydon)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Croydon

CR2 9HF

6/10 Overall
Croydon • Sanderstead
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: CR2 9HF
CR2 9HF6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: CR2 9HF
CR2 9HF10/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: CR2 9HF
CR2 9HF38.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
CR2 9HF1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: CR2 9HF
CR2 9HF3/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
CR2 9HF1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
CR2 9HF
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Vehicle crime2
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
CR2 9HF
Green Space:38.9%
Tree Canopy:20.8%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:93.9%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
CR2 9HF
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
CR2 9HF
Density:1632/km²
Average Age:41
Family Households:30.9%
Single Occupants:23.9%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
CR2 9HF
Council:Croydon
Ward:Sanderstead
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
CR2 9HF
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: CR2 9HF vs B1 1AA

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

How far is CR2 9HF from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between CR2 9HF (Croydon) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 111.1 miles (178.8 km). Heading from CR2 9HF to B1 1AA, the bearing is 316° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: CR2 9HF or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: CR2 9HF 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 CR2 9HF versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern CR2 9HF and B1 1AA?

CR2 9HF is governed by Croydon in the Sanderstead 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: CR2 9HF has 38.9% public green space coverage and 20.8% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for CR2 9HF 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 CR2 9HF and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: CR2 9HF achieves an education performance score of 3/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near CR2 9HF 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 CR2 9HF vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess CR2 9HF at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

CR2 9HF

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

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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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