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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

RH9 8AQ vs SW1A 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Tandridge and Westminster using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
17.5 miles (28.1 km) apart Bearing 349° (North)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Tandridge) and London (Westminster).

Verdict: RH9 8AQ and SW1A 1AA are 17.5 miles (28.1 km) apart. SW1A 1AA holds a +0.4 overall score advantage. RH9 8AQ ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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RH9 8AQvsSW1A 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

RH9 8AQ(Tandridge)
SW1A 1AA(Westminster)
Area A: Tandridge

RH9 8AQ

4.6/10 Overall
Tandridge • Godstone
Area B: Westminster

SW1A 1AA

5/10 Overall
Westminster • St James's
Overall Score Advantage: SW1A 1AA
RH9 8AQ4.6/10
SW1A 1AA5/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: RH9 8AQ
RH9 8AQ4/10 (Moderate)
SW1A 1AA1/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW1A 1AA
RH9 8AQ25.4%
SW1A 1AA28.1%
Max Broadband Advantage: RH9 8AQ
RH9 8AQ1000 Mbps
SW1A 1AA15 Mbps
Schools Rating Advantage: SW1A 1AA
RH9 8AQ4/10
SW1A 1AA9/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW1A 1AA
RH9 8AQ1/10
SW1A 1AA10/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
RH9 8AQ
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 15
SW1A 1AA
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 383
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Drugs3
  • Theft from the person94
  • Other theft88
  • Violence and sexual offences53

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
RH9 8AQ
Green Space:25.4%
Tree Canopy:22.9%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:90.1%
SW1A 1AA
Green Space:28.1%
Tree Canopy:9.3%
Air Quality (AQI):21
Garden Access:39.8%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
RH9 8AQ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
SW1A 1AA
Max Download:15 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
RH9 8AQ
Density:1362/km²
Average Age:40
Family Households:26.1%
Single Occupants:33.8%
SW1A 1AA
Density:1465/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:8.4%
Single Occupants:51.7%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
RH9 8AQ
Council:Tandridge
Ward:Godstone
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
SW1A 1AA
Council:Westminster
Ward:St James's
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
RH9 8AQ
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
SW1A 1AA
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: RH9 8AQ vs SW1A 1AA

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

How far is RH9 8AQ from SW1A 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between RH9 8AQ (Tandridge) and SW1A 1AA (Westminster) is approximately 17.5 miles (28.1 km). Heading from RH9 8AQ to SW1A 1AA, the bearing is 349° (North). They span across different UK regions: South East and London.

Which area is safer: RH9 8AQ or SW1A 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: RH9 8AQ has a higher safety score of 4/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to SW1A 1AA at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 15 incidents near RH9 8AQ versus 383 incidents near SW1A 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern RH9 8AQ and SW1A 1AA?

RH9 8AQ is governed by Tandridge in the Godstone electoral ward, located in South East. SW1A 1AA is administered by Westminster in the St James's ward, located in London. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Tandridge compared to £2,167.00 in Westminster.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: RH9 8AQ has 25.4% public green space coverage and 22.9% tree canopy cover, whereas SW1A 1AA features 28.1% green space and 9.3% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for RH9 8AQ versus 21 for SW1A 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

Which postcode has faster broadband and internet speeds?

According to Ofcom Connected Nations data: RH9 8AQ has maximum available download speeds of 1000 Mbps (average: N/A), while SW1A 1AA offers up to 15 Mbps (average: N/A). RH9 8AQ has a speed advantage of +985 Mbps for peak downloads.

How do schools compare between RH9 8AQ and SW1A 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: RH9 8AQ achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to SW1A 1AA at 9/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near RH9 8AQ and 10 schools near SW1A 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: RH9 8AQ has a population density of 1362 people/km² (average age: 40), whereas SW1A 1AA has 1465 people/km² (average age: 37). In RH9 8AQ, 26.1% of households are couples with children and 33.8% are single occupants. In SW1A 1AA, 8.4% are couples with children and 51.7% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for RH9 8AQ vs SW1A 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess RH9 8AQ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while SW1A 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

RH9 8AQ

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

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SW1A 1AA

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