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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH20 2BP vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
189.5 miles (304.9 km) apart Bearing 338° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH20 2BP and M1 1AA are 189.5 miles (304.9 km) apart. RH20 2BP holds a +1.5 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH20 2BPvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH20 2BP(Horsham)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Horsham

RH20 2BP

6.4/10 Overall
Horsham • Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH20 2BP
RH20 2BP6.4/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2BP5/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2BP6.2%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
RH20 2BP
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH20 2BP
RH20 2BP4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: RH20 2BP
RH20 2BP9/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH20 2BP
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 12
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Other theft4
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH20 2BP
Green Space:6.2%
Tree Canopy:5.6%
Air Quality (AQI):12
Garden Access:89.1%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH20 2BP
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH20 2BP
Density:1555/km²
Average Age:45
Family Households:19.1%
Single Occupants:38%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH20 2BP
Council:Horsham
Ward:Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley
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
RH20 2BP
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH20 2BP vs M1 1AA

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

How far is RH20 2BP from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH20 2BP (Horsham) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 189.5 miles (304.9 km). Heading from RH20 2BP to M1 1AA, the bearing is 338° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: RH20 2BP 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 RH20 2BP at 5/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 12 incidents near RH20 2BP versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH20 2BP and M1 1AA?

RH20 2BP is governed by Horsham in the Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley 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: RH20 2BP has 6.2% public green space coverage and 5.6% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 12 for RH20 2BP versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between RH20 2BP and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH20 2BP achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH20 2BP and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH20 2BP has a population density of 1555 people/km² (average age: 45), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In RH20 2BP, 19.1% of households are couples with children and 38% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for RH20 2BP vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH20 2BP at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH20 2BP

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

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M1 1AA

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