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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH1 5DJ vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
180.3 miles (290.2 km) apart Bearing 332° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH1 5DJ and M1 1AA are 180.3 miles (290.2 km) apart. RH1 5DJ holds a +1.5 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH1 5DJvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH1 5DJ(Reigate and Banstead)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

RH1 5DJ

6.4/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Horley East & Salfords
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH1 5DJ
RH1 5DJ6.4/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
RH1 5DJ4/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: RH1 5DJ
RH1 5DJ13.2%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
RH1 5DJ1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH1 5DJ
RH1 5DJ7/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: RH1 5DJ
RH1 5DJ9/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH1 5DJ
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 15
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences8
  • Criminal damage and arson3
  • Possession of weapons1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH1 5DJ
Green Space:13.2%
Tree Canopy:12%
Air Quality (AQI):14
Garden Access:90.3%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH1 5DJ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH1 5DJ
Density:1565/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:30.8%
Single Occupants:22%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH1 5DJ
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Horley East & Salfords
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
RH1 5DJ
School Score:7/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH1 5DJ vs M1 1AA

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

How far is RH1 5DJ from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH1 5DJ (Reigate and Banstead) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 180.3 miles (290.2 km). Heading from RH1 5DJ to M1 1AA, the bearing is 332° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: RH1 5DJ 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 5DJ at 4/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 15 incidents near RH1 5DJ versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH1 5DJ and M1 1AA?

RH1 5DJ is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Horley East & Salfords 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 5DJ has 13.2% public green space coverage and 12% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 14 for RH1 5DJ 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 5DJ and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH1 5DJ achieves an education performance score of 7/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH1 5DJ and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH1 5DJ has a population density of 1565 people/km² (average age: 38), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In RH1 5DJ, 30.8% of households are couples with children and 22% 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 5DJ vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH1 5DJ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH1 5DJ

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M1 1AA

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