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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

GU6 8DY vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
178.6 miles (287.5 km) apart Bearing 336° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: GU6 8DY and M1 1AA are 178.6 miles (287.5 km) apart. GU6 8DY holds a +1.2 overall score advantage. GU6 8DY ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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GU6 8DYvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

GU6 8DY(Waverley)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Waverley

GU6 8DY

6.1/10 Overall
Waverley • Cranleigh West
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: GU6 8DY
GU6 8DY6.1/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: GU6 8DY
GU6 8DY10/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: GU6 8DY
GU6 8DY20.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
GU6 8DY1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: M1 1AA
GU6 8DY1/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
GU6 8DY1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
GU6 8DY
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 2
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Public order1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
GU6 8DY
Green Space:20.3%
Tree Canopy:13.2%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:90.4%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
GU6 8DY
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
GU6 8DY
Density:1571/km²
Average Age:42
Family Households:26.1%
Single Occupants:23.9%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
GU6 8DY
Council:Waverley
Ward:Cranleigh West
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:High
M1 1AA
Council:Manchester
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
GU6 8DY
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: GU6 8DY vs M1 1AA

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

How far is GU6 8DY from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between GU6 8DY (Waverley) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 178.6 miles (287.5 km). Heading from GU6 8DY to M1 1AA, the bearing is 336° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: GU6 8DY or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: GU6 8DY has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to M1 1AA at 9.9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 2 incidents near GU6 8DY versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern GU6 8DY and M1 1AA?

GU6 8DY is governed by Waverley in the Cranleigh West 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 Waverley 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: GU6 8DY has 20.3% public green space coverage and 13.2% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 13 for GU6 8DY 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 GU6 8DY and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: GU6 8DY achieves an education performance score of 1/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near GU6 8DY and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: GU6 8DY has a population density of 1571 people/km² (average age: 42), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In GU6 8DY, 26.1% of households are couples with children and 23.9% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for GU6 8DY vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess GU6 8DY at 'High' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

GU6 8DY

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M1 1AA

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