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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH13 8GZ vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
124.4 miles (200.2 km) apart Bearing 327° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH13 8GZ and B1 1AA are 124.4 miles (200.2 km) apart. RH13 8GZ holds a +2.8 overall score advantage. RH13 8GZ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH13 8GZvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH13 8GZ(Horsham)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Horsham

RH13 8GZ

5.2/10 Overall
Horsham • Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH13 8GZ
RH13 8GZ5.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH13 8GZ
RH13 8GZ10/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Equal rating
RH13 8GZ7.4%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH13 8GZ
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
RH13 8GZ1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH13 8GZ1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH13 8GZ
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 1
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH13 8GZ
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:7.4%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:90.8%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH13 8GZ
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH13 8GZ
Density:1589/km²
Average Age:43
Family Households:26.7%
Single Occupants:23%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH13 8GZ
Council:Horsham
Ward:Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
RH13 8GZ
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH13 8GZ vs B1 1AA

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

How far is RH13 8GZ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH13 8GZ (Horsham) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 124.4 miles (200.2 km). Heading from RH13 8GZ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 327° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH13 8GZ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH13 8GZ has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 1 incidents near RH13 8GZ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH13 8GZ and B1 1AA?

RH13 8GZ is governed by Horsham in the Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead 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 Horsham 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: RH13 8GZ has 7.4% public green space coverage and 7.4% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for RH13 8GZ versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between RH13 8GZ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH13 8GZ achieves an education performance score of 1/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH13 8GZ 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 RH13 8GZ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH13 8GZ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH13 8GZ

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

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B1 1AA

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