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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

CR4 4HR vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
105.5 miles (169.8 km) apart Bearing 316° (North-West)

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

Verdict: CR4 4HR and B1 1AA are 105.5 miles (169.8 km) apart. CR4 4HR holds a +2.3 overall score advantage. CR4 4HR ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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CR4 4HRvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

CR4 4HR(Merton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Merton

CR4 4HR

4.7/10 Overall
Merton • Cricket Green
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: CR4 4HR
CR4 4HR4.7/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: CR4 4HR
CR4 4HR3/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: CR4 4HR
CR4 4HR43%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
CR4 4HR1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: CR4 4HR
CR4 4HR9/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
CR4 4HR1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
CR4 4HR
3/10
Level: High
Incidents: 17
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Criminal damage and arson4
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
CR4 4HR
Green Space:43%
Tree Canopy:7.4%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:82.7%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
CR4 4HR
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
CR4 4HR
Density:1774/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:30.1%
Single Occupants:35.2%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
CR4 4HR
Council:Merton
Ward:Cricket Green
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
CR4 4HR
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: CR4 4HR vs B1 1AA

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

How far is CR4 4HR from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between CR4 4HR (Merton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 105.5 miles (169.8 km). Heading from CR4 4HR to B1 1AA, the bearing is 316° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: CR4 4HR or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: CR4 4HR has a higher safety score of 3/10 (High crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 17 incidents near CR4 4HR versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern CR4 4HR and B1 1AA?

CR4 4HR is governed by Merton in the Cricket Green 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 Merton 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: CR4 4HR has 43% public green space coverage and 7.4% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 17 for CR4 4HR 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 CR4 4HR and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: CR4 4HR 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 CR4 4HR 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 CR4 4HR vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess CR4 4HR at 'Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

CR4 4HR

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

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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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