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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

CR5 1JQ vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
111.5 miles (179.4 km) apart Bearing 317° (North-West)

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

Verdict: CR5 1JQ and B1 1AA are 111.5 miles (179.4 km) apart. CR5 1JQ holds a +3.1 overall score advantage. CR5 1JQ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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CR5 1JQvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

CR5 1JQ(Croydon)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Croydon

CR5 1JQ

5.5/10 Overall
Croydon • Old Coulsdon
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: CR5 1JQ
CR5 1JQ5.5/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: CR5 1JQ
CR5 1JQ8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: CR5 1JQ
CR5 1JQ35.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
CR5 1JQ1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: CR5 1JQ
CR5 1JQ3/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
CR5 1JQ1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
CR5 1JQ
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 5
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Drugs2
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Public order1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
CR5 1JQ
Green Space:35.7%
Tree Canopy:22.6%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:90.7%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
CR5 1JQ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
CR5 1JQ
Density:1649/km²
Average Age:41
Family Households:36.4%
Single Occupants:19.4%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
CR5 1JQ
Council:Croydon
Ward:Old Coulsdon
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
CR5 1JQ
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: CR5 1JQ vs B1 1AA

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

How far is CR5 1JQ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between CR5 1JQ (Croydon) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 111.5 miles (179.4 km). Heading from CR5 1JQ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 317° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: CR5 1JQ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: CR5 1JQ has a higher safety score of 8/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 5 incidents near CR5 1JQ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern CR5 1JQ and B1 1AA?

CR5 1JQ is governed by Croydon in the Old Coulsdon 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: CR5 1JQ has 35.7% public green space coverage and 22.6% 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 CR5 1JQ 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 CR5 1JQ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: CR5 1JQ 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 CR5 1JQ 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 CR5 1JQ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess CR5 1JQ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

CR5 1JQ

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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