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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH1 3LP vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
177.2 miles (285.1 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH1 3LP and M1 1AA are 177.2 miles (285.1 km) apart. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH1 3LPvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH1 3LP(Reigate and Banstead)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

RH1 3LP

4.9/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Hooley, Merstham & Netherne
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Equal rating
RH1 3LP4.9/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
RH1 3LP4/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: RH1 3LP
RH1 3LP19%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
RH1 3LP1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH1 3LP
RH1 3LP8/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH1 3LP1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH1 3LP
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 13
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Vehicle crime4
  • Public order2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH1 3LP
Green Space:19%
Tree Canopy:14.7%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:96.1%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH1 3LP
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH1 3LP
Density:1658/km²
Average Age:35
Family Households:37.9%
Single Occupants:20.9%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH1 3LP
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Hooley, Merstham & Netherne
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Medium
M1 1AA
Council:Manchester
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
RH1 3LP
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: RH1 3LP vs M1 1AA

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

How far is RH1 3LP from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH1 3LP (Reigate and Banstead) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 177.2 miles (285.1 km). Heading from RH1 3LP to M1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: RH1 3LP 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 RH1 3LP at 4/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 13 incidents near RH1 3LP versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH1 3LP and M1 1AA?

RH1 3LP is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Hooley, Merstham & Netherne 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 Reigate and Banstead 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: RH1 3LP has 19% public green space coverage and 14.7% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for RH1 3LP 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 RH1 3LP and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH1 3LP 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 RH1 3LP and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH1 3LP has a population density of 1658 people/km² (average age: 35), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In RH1 3LP, 37.9% of households are couples with children and 20.9% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for RH1 3LP vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH1 3LP at 'Medium' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH1 3LP

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

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M1 1AA

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