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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH1 5LB vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
114.4 miles (184.1 km) apart Bearing 320° (North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Reigate and Banstead) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: RH1 5LB and B1 1AA are 114.4 miles (184.1 km) apart. RH1 5LB holds a +1.8 overall score advantage. B1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH1 5LBvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH1 5LB(Reigate and Banstead)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

RH1 5LB

4.2/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Earlswood & Whitebushes
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH1 5LB
RH1 5LB4.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: B1 1AA
RH1 5LB1/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: RH1 5LB
RH1 5LB22.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH1 5LB1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH1 5LB
RH1 5LB7/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH1 5LB1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH1 5LB
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 30
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences16
  • Public order6
  • Other theft2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH1 5LB
Green Space:22.7%
Tree Canopy:14%
Air Quality (AQI):14
Garden Access:87.1%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH1 5LB
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH1 5LB
Density:2200/km²
Average Age:36
Family Households:24.2%
Single Occupants:33.7%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH1 5LB
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Earlswood & Whitebushes
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:High
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
RH1 5LB
School Score:7/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH1 5LB vs B1 1AA

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

How far is RH1 5LB from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH1 5LB (Reigate and Banstead) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 114.4 miles (184.1 km). Heading from RH1 5LB to B1 1AA, the bearing is 320° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH1 5LB or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: B1 1AA has a higher safety score of 2/10 (High crime level) compared to RH1 5LB at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 30 incidents near RH1 5LB versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH1 5LB and B1 1AA?

RH1 5LB is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Earlswood & Whitebushes electoral ward, located in South East. B1 1AA is administered by Birmingham in the Local Ward ward, located in West Midlands. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Reigate and Banstead compared to £2,167.00 in Birmingham.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: RH1 5LB has 22.7% public green space coverage and 14% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 14 for RH1 5LB versus 17 for B1 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 5LB and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH1 5LB achieves an education performance score of 7/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH1 5LB and 10 schools near B1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles:

What are the flood risk ratings for RH1 5LB vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH1 5LB at 'High' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH1 5LB

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

Full Area Report

B1 1AA

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

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