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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

GU28 0LS vs SW1A 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Chichester and Westminster using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
43.5 miles (69.9 km) apart Bearing 28° (North-North-East)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Chichester) and London (Westminster).

Verdict: GU28 0LS and SW1A 1AA are 43.5 miles (69.9 km) apart. GU28 0LS holds a +2.3 overall score advantage. GU28 0LS ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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GU28 0LSvsSW1A 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

GU28 0LS(Chichester)
SW1A 1AA(Westminster)
Area A: Chichester

GU28 0LS

7.3/10 Overall
Chichester • Fittleworth
Area B: Westminster

SW1A 1AA

5/10 Overall
Westminster • St James's
Overall Score Advantage: GU28 0LS
GU28 0LS7.3/10
SW1A 1AA5/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: GU28 0LS
GU28 0LS10/10 (Low)
SW1A 1AA1/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW1A 1AA
GU28 0LS21.4%
SW1A 1AA28.1%
Max Broadband
GU28 0LS
SW1A 1AA15 Mbps
Schools Rating Equal rating
GU28 0LS9/10
SW1A 1AA9/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW1A 1AA
GU28 0LS1/10
SW1A 1AA10/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
GU28 0LS
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 2
SW1A 1AA
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 383
Primary Incident Types:
  • Public order2
  • Theft from the person94
  • Other theft88
  • Violence and sexual offences53

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
GU28 0LS
Green Space:21.4%
Tree Canopy:20.9%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:89%
SW1A 1AA
Green Space:28.1%
Tree Canopy:9.3%
Air Quality (AQI):21
Garden Access:39.8%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
GU28 0LS
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
SW1A 1AA
Max Download:15 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
GU28 0LS
Density:1293/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:23.8%
Single Occupants:22.3%
SW1A 1AA
Density:1465/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:8.4%
Single Occupants:51.7%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
GU28 0LS
Council:Chichester
Ward:Fittleworth
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
SW1A 1AA
Council:Westminster
Ward:St James's
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
GU28 0LS
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:9
Primary / Secondary:— / —
SW1A 1AA
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: GU28 0LS vs SW1A 1AA

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

How far is GU28 0LS from SW1A 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between GU28 0LS (Chichester) and SW1A 1AA (Westminster) is approximately 43.5 miles (69.9 km). Heading from GU28 0LS to SW1A 1AA, the bearing is 28° (North-North-East). They span across different UK regions: South East and London.

Which area is safer: GU28 0LS or SW1A 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: GU28 0LS has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to SW1A 1AA at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 2 incidents near GU28 0LS versus 383 incidents near SW1A 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern GU28 0LS and SW1A 1AA?

GU28 0LS is governed by Chichester in the Fittleworth electoral ward, located in South East. SW1A 1AA is administered by Westminster in the St James's ward, located in London. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Chichester compared to £2,167.00 in Westminster.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: GU28 0LS has 21.4% public green space coverage and 20.9% tree canopy cover, whereas SW1A 1AA features 28.1% green space and 9.3% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for GU28 0LS versus 21 for SW1A 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 GU28 0LS and SW1A 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: GU28 0LS achieves an education performance score of 9/10, compared to SW1A 1AA at 9/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 9 schools recorded near GU28 0LS and 10 schools near SW1A 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: GU28 0LS has a population density of 1293 people/km² (average age: 45), whereas SW1A 1AA has 1465 people/km² (average age: 37). In GU28 0LS, 23.8% of households are couples with children and 22.3% are single occupants. In SW1A 1AA, 8.4% are couples with children and 51.7% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for GU28 0LS vs SW1A 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess GU28 0LS at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while SW1A 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

GU28 0LS

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SW1A 1AA

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