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RH6 9TS vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
116.6 miles (187.7 km) apart Bearing 321° (North-West)

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

Verdict: RH6 9TS and B1 1AA are 116.6 miles (187.7 km) apart. RH6 9TS holds a +3.6 overall score advantage. RH6 9TS ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH6 9TSvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH6 9TS(Reigate and Banstead)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

RH6 9TS

6/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Horley East & Salfords
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: RH6 9TS
RH6 9TS6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH6 9TS
RH6 9TS9/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: RH6 9TS
RH6 9TS13.4%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
RH6 9TS1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: RH6 9TS
RH6 9TS4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
RH6 9TS1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH6 9TS
9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 4
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Other theft1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH6 9TS
Green Space:13.4%
Tree Canopy:9.3%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:96.7%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH6 9TS
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH6 9TS
Density:2239/km²
Average Age:36
Family Households:35.3%
Single Occupants:23.8%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH6 9TS
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Horley East & Salfords
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
RH6 9TS
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH6 9TS vs B1 1AA

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

How far is RH6 9TS from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH6 9TS (Reigate and Banstead) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 116.6 miles (187.7 km). Heading from RH6 9TS to B1 1AA, the bearing is 321° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: RH6 9TS or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH6 9TS 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 RH6 9TS versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH6 9TS and B1 1AA?

RH6 9TS is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Horley East & Salfords 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: RH6 9TS has 13.4% public green space coverage and 9.3% 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 RH6 9TS 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 RH6 9TS and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH6 9TS achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH6 9TS 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 RH6 9TS vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH6 9TS at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH6 9TS

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

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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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