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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

GU28 9NJ vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
185.5 miles (298.5 km) apart Bearing 339° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Chichester) and North West (Manchester).

Verdict: GU28 9NJ and M1 1AA are 185.5 miles (298.5 km) apart. GU28 9NJ holds a +0.3 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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GU28 9NJvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

GU28 9NJ(Chichester)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Chichester

GU28 9NJ

5.2/10 Overall
Chichester • Petworth
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: GU28 9NJ
GU28 9NJ5.2/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
GU28 9NJ8/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: GU28 9NJ
GU28 9NJ35.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
GU28 9NJ
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: GU28 9NJ
GU28 9NJ4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
GU28 9NJ1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
GU28 9NJ
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 5
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Drugs1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
GU28 9NJ
Green Space:35.3%
Tree Canopy:11.5%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:89%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
GU28 9NJ
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
GU28 9NJ
Density:1696/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:25.7%
Single Occupants:32.4%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
GU28 9NJ
Council:Chichester
Ward:Petworth
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
GU28 9NJ
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:7
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: GU28 9NJ vs M1 1AA

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

How far is GU28 9NJ from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between GU28 9NJ (Chichester) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 185.5 miles (298.5 km). Heading from GU28 9NJ to M1 1AA, the bearing is 339° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: GU28 9NJ 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 GU28 9NJ at 8/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 5 incidents near GU28 9NJ versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern GU28 9NJ and M1 1AA?

GU28 9NJ is governed by Chichester in the Petworth electoral ward, located in South East. 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 Chichester 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: GU28 9NJ has 35.3% public green space coverage and 11.5% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for GU28 9NJ versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between GU28 9NJ and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: GU28 9NJ achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 7 schools recorded near GU28 9NJ and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: GU28 9NJ has a population density of 1696 people/km² (average age: 45), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In GU28 9NJ, 25.7% of households are couples with children and 32.4% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for GU28 9NJ vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess GU28 9NJ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

GU28 9NJ

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

Full Area Report

M1 1AA

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