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RH12 2BN vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
185.5 miles (298.5 km) apart Bearing 335° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH12 2BN and M1 1AA are 185.5 miles (298.5 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +0.1 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH12 2BNvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH12 2BN(Horsham)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Horsham

RH12 2BN

4.8/10 Overall
Horsham • Trafalgar
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
RH12 2BN4.8/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
RH12 2BN2/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: RH12 2BN
RH12 2BN22.2%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
RH12 2BN
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH12 2BN
RH12 2BN7/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH12 2BN1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH12 2BN
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 22
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour12
  • Violence and sexual offences6
  • Burglary1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH12 2BN
Green Space:22.2%
Tree Canopy:8.8%
Air Quality (AQI):14
Garden Access:75.6%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH12 2BN
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH12 2BN
Density:1784/km²
Average Age:40
Family Households:27.5%
Single Occupants:34.2%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH12 2BN
Council:Horsham
Ward:Trafalgar
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
RH12 2BN
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: RH12 2BN vs M1 1AA

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

How far is RH12 2BN from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH12 2BN (Horsham) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 185.5 miles (298.5 km). Heading from RH12 2BN to M1 1AA, the bearing is 335° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: RH12 2BN 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 RH12 2BN at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 22 incidents near RH12 2BN versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH12 2BN and M1 1AA?

RH12 2BN is governed by Horsham in the Trafalgar 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 Horsham 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: RH12 2BN has 22.2% public green space coverage and 8.8% 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 RH12 2BN versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between RH12 2BN and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH12 2BN 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 RH12 2BN and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH12 2BN has a population density of 1784 people/km² (average age: 40), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In RH12 2BN, 27.5% of households are couples with children and 34.2% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for RH12 2BN vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH12 2BN at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH12 2BN

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

Full Area Report

M1 1AA

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

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