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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH20 2GU vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
191.3 miles (307.9 km) apart Bearing 337° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: RH20 2GU and M1 1AA are 191.3 miles (307.9 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +0.6 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH20 2GUvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

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

RH20 2GU

4.3/10 Overall
Horsham • West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2GU4.3/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2GU6/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2GU7.2%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
RH20 2GU
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: M1 1AA
RH20 2GU1/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH20 2GU1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH20 2GU
6/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 10
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences6
  • Public order3
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH20 2GU
Green Space:7.2%
Tree Canopy:7.2%
Air Quality (AQI):13
Garden Access:90.2%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

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

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH20 2GU
Density:1708/km²
Average Age:41
Family Households:30.7%
Single Occupants:20.9%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH20 2GU
Council:Horsham
Ward:West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington
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 2GU
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH20 2GU vs M1 1AA

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

How far is RH20 2GU from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH20 2GU (Horsham) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 191.3 miles (307.9 km). Heading from RH20 2GU to M1 1AA, the bearing is 337° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: RH20 2GU 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 2GU at 6/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 10 incidents near RH20 2GU versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

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

RH20 2GU is governed by Horsham in the West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington 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 2GU has 7.2% public green space coverage and 7.2% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 13 for RH20 2GU versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

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

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

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH20 2GU has a population density of 1708 people/km² (average age: 41), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In RH20 2GU, 30.7% of households are couples with children and 20.9% 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 2GU vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH20 2GU 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 2GU

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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