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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM1 2QU vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
105.4 miles (169.6 km) apart Bearing 317° (North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between London (Sutton) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: SM1 2QU and B1 1AA are 105.4 miles (169.6 km) apart. SM1 2QU holds a +1 overall score advantage.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM1 2QUvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM1 2QU(Sutton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Sutton

SM1 2QU

3.4/10 Overall
Sutton • Sutton North
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM1 2QU
SM1 2QU3.4/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Equal rating
SM1 2QU2/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM1 2QU
SM1 2QU11.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM1 2QU1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM1 2QU
SM1 2QU4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM1 2QU1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM1 2QU
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Public order2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM1 2QU
Green Space:11.7%
Tree Canopy:1.1%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:95.4%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM1 2QU
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM1 2QU
Density:1822/km²
Average Age:35
Family Households:36.1%
Single Occupants:25.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM1 2QU
Council:Sutton
Ward:Sutton North
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
SM1 2QU
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: SM1 2QU vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM1 2QU from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM1 2QU (Sutton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 105.4 miles (169.6 km). Heading from SM1 2QU to B1 1AA, the bearing is 317° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM1 2QU or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: Both areas share an identical safety score of 2/10. Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 23 incidents near SM1 2QU versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM1 2QU and B1 1AA?

SM1 2QU is governed by Sutton in the Sutton North electoral ward, located in London. 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 Sutton 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: SM1 2QU has 11.7% public green space coverage and 1.1% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 16 for SM1 2QU 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 SM1 2QU and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM1 2QU 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 SM1 2QU 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 SM1 2QU vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM1 2QU at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM1 2QU

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

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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