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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH2 7HE vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
112.8 miles (181.5 km) apart Bearing 320° (North-West)

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

Verdict: RH2 7HE and B1 1AA are 112.8 miles (181.5 km) apart. RH2 7HE holds a +3.9 overall score advantage. RH2 7HE ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH2 7HEvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH2 7HE(Reigate and Banstead)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

RH2 7HE

6.3/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Meadvale & St John's
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH2 7HE
RH2 7HE6.3/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH2 7HE
RH2 7HE9/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: RH2 7HE
RH2 7HE35.6%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH2 7HE1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH2 7HE
RH2 7HE8/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH2 7HE1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH2 7HE
9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 4
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Burglary1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH2 7HE
Green Space:35.6%
Tree Canopy:17.3%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:90.1%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH2 7HE
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH2 7HE
Density:1911/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:36.9%
Single Occupants:21.2%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH2 7HE
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Meadvale & St John's
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
RH2 7HE
School Score:8/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH2 7HE vs B1 1AA

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

How far is RH2 7HE from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH2 7HE (Reigate and Banstead) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 112.8 miles (181.5 km). Heading from RH2 7HE to B1 1AA, the bearing is 320° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH2 7HE or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH2 7HE has a higher safety score of 9/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 4 incidents near RH2 7HE versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH2 7HE and B1 1AA?

RH2 7HE is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Meadvale & St John's 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: RH2 7HE has 35.6% public green space coverage and 17.3% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for RH2 7HE 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 RH2 7HE and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH2 7HE achieves an education performance score of 8/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH2 7HE 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 RH2 7HE vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH2 7HE at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH2 7HE

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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