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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

KT20 5QA vs SW1A 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
14.7 miles (23.6 km) apart Bearing 16° (North-North-East)

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

Verdict: KT20 5QA and SW1A 1AA are 14.7 miles (23.6 km) apart. KT20 5QA holds a +2.8 overall score advantage. KT20 5QA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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KT20 5QAvsSW1A 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

KT20 5QA(Reigate and Banstead)
SW1A 1AA(Westminster)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

KT20 5QA

7.8/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Lower Kingswood, Tadworth & Walton
Area B: Westminster

SW1A 1AA

5/10 Overall
Westminster • St James's
Overall Score Advantage: KT20 5QA
KT20 5QA7.8/10
SW1A 1AA5/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: KT20 5QA
KT20 5QA5/10 (Moderate)
SW1A 1AA1/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: KT20 5QA
KT20 5QA32.1%
SW1A 1AA28.1%
Max Broadband
KT20 5QA
SW1A 1AA15 Mbps
Schools Rating Advantage: KT20 5QA
KT20 5QA10/10
SW1A 1AA9/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW1A 1AA
KT20 5QA9/10
SW1A 1AA10/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
KT20 5QA
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 11
SW1A 1AA
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 383
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Theft from the person94
  • Other theft88
  • Violence and sexual offences53

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
KT20 5QA
Green Space:32.1%
Tree Canopy:30.6%
Air Quality (AQI):14
Garden Access:90.6%
SW1A 1AA
Green Space:28.1%
Tree Canopy:9.3%
Air Quality (AQI):21
Garden Access:39.8%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
KT20 5QA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
SW1A 1AA
Max Download:15 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
KT20 5QA
Density:1225/km²
Average Age:44
Family Households:37.1%
Single Occupants:13.6%
SW1A 1AA
Density:1465/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:8.4%
Single Occupants:51.7%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
KT20 5QA
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Lower Kingswood, Tadworth & Walton
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
KT20 5QA
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
SW1A 1AA
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: KT20 5QA vs SW1A 1AA

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

How far is KT20 5QA from SW1A 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between KT20 5QA (Reigate and Banstead) and SW1A 1AA (Westminster) is approximately 14.7 miles (23.6 km). Heading from KT20 5QA to SW1A 1AA, the bearing is 16° (North-North-East). They span across different UK regions: South East and London.

Which area is safer: KT20 5QA or SW1A 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: KT20 5QA has a higher safety score of 5/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to SW1A 1AA at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 11 incidents near KT20 5QA versus 383 incidents near SW1A 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern KT20 5QA and SW1A 1AA?

KT20 5QA is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Lower Kingswood, Tadworth & Walton 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 Reigate and Banstead 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: KT20 5QA has 32.1% public green space coverage and 30.6% tree canopy cover, whereas SW1A 1AA features 28.1% green space and 9.3% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 14 for KT20 5QA 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 KT20 5QA and SW1A 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: KT20 5QA achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to SW1A 1AA at 9/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near KT20 5QA and 10 schools near SW1A 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: KT20 5QA has a population density of 1225 people/km² (average age: 44), whereas SW1A 1AA has 1465 people/km² (average age: 37). In KT20 5QA, 37.1% of households are couples with children and 13.6% 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 KT20 5QA vs SW1A 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess KT20 5QA at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while SW1A 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

KT20 5QA

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SW1A 1AA

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