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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH17 5QP vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
125.9 miles (202.5 km) apart Bearing 325° (North-West)

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

Verdict: RH17 5QP and B1 1AA are 125.9 miles (202.5 km) apart. RH17 5QP holds a +2.6 overall score advantage. RH17 5QP ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH17 5QPvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH17 5QP(Mid Sussex)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Mid Sussex

RH17 5QP

5/10 Overall
Mid Sussex • Cuckfield, Bolney & Ansty
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH17 5QP
RH17 5QP5/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH17 5QP
RH17 5QP8/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: RH17 5QP
RH17 5QP9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH17 5QP
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Equal rating
RH17 5QP1/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH17 5QP1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH17 5QP
8/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 6
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Violence and sexual offences2
  • Other theft1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH17 5QP
Green Space:9%
Tree Canopy:8.8%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:85.4%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH17 5QP
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH17 5QP
Density:1770/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:31.1%
Single Occupants:19%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH17 5QP
Council:Mid Sussex
Ward:Cuckfield, Bolney & Ansty
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
RH17 5QP
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: RH17 5QP vs B1 1AA

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

How far is RH17 5QP from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH17 5QP (Mid Sussex) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 125.9 miles (202.5 km). Heading from RH17 5QP to B1 1AA, the bearing is 325° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH17 5QP or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH17 5QP has a higher safety score of 8/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 6 incidents near RH17 5QP versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH17 5QP and B1 1AA?

RH17 5QP is governed by Mid Sussex in the Cuckfield, Bolney & Ansty 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 Mid Sussex 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: RH17 5QP has 9% public green space coverage and 8.8% 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 RH17 5QP versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between RH17 5QP and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH17 5QP 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 RH17 5QP 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 RH17 5QP vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH17 5QP at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH17 5QP

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

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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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