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CR8 3QY vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
172.7 miles (278 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between London (Croydon) and North West (Manchester).

Verdict: CR8 3QY and M1 1AA are 172.7 miles (278 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +0.2 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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CR8 3QYvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

CR8 3QY(Croydon)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Croydon

CR8 3QY

4.7/10 Overall
Croydon • Purley & Woodcote
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
CR8 3QY4.7/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
CR8 3QY7/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: CR8 3QY
CR8 3QY24.8%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
CR8 3QY100 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: CR8 3QY
CR8 3QY8/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
CR8 3QY1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
CR8 3QY
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 7
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Other theft1
  • Vehicle crime1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
CR8 3QY
Green Space:24.8%
Tree Canopy:4%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:79.9%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
CR8 3QY
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
CR8 3QY
Density:1932/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:28.9%
Single Occupants:28.6%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
CR8 3QY
Council:Croydon
Ward:Purley & Woodcote
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
CR8 3QY
School Score:8/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: CR8 3QY vs M1 1AA

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

How far is CR8 3QY from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between CR8 3QY (Croydon) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 172.7 miles (278 km). Heading from CR8 3QY to M1 1AA, the bearing is 330° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: CR8 3QY or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: M1 1AA has a higher safety score of 9.9/10 (Low crime level) compared to CR8 3QY at 7/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 7 incidents near CR8 3QY versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern CR8 3QY and M1 1AA?

CR8 3QY is governed by Croydon in the Purley & Woodcote electoral ward, located in London. 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 Croydon 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: CR8 3QY has 24.8% public green space coverage and 4% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 16 for CR8 3QY 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 CR8 3QY and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: CR8 3QY achieves an education performance score of 8/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near CR8 3QY and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: CR8 3QY has a population density of 1932 people/km² (average age: 38), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In CR8 3QY, 28.9% of households are couples with children and 28.6% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for CR8 3QY vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess CR8 3QY at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

CR8 3QY

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

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M1 1AA

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