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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM1 2QU vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
169.3 miles (272.5 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between London (Sutton) and North West (Manchester).

Verdict: SM1 2QU and M1 1AA are 169.3 miles (272.5 km) apart. M1 1AA 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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SM1 2QUvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM1 2QU(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM1 2QU

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

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
SM1 2QU3.4/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM1 2QU2/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM1 2QU
SM1 2QU11.7%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM1 2QU1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM1 2QU
SM1 2QU4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM1 2QU1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM1 2QU
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Public order2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM1 2QU
Green Space:11.7%
Tree Canopy:1.1%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:95.4%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM1 2QU
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 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%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM1 2QU
Council:Sutton
Ward:Sutton North
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
SM1 2QU
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: SM1 2QU vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM1 2QU from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM1 2QU (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 169.3 miles (272.5 km). Heading from SM1 2QU to M1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM1 2QU 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 SM1 2QU at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 23 incidents near SM1 2QU versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM1 2QU and M1 1AA?

SM1 2QU is governed by Sutton in the Sutton North electoral ward, located in London. 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 Sutton 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: SM1 2QU has 11.7% public green space coverage and 1.1% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 16 for SM1 2QU versus 16 for M1 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 M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM1 2QU 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 SM1 2QU and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM1 2QU has a population density of 1822 people/km² (average age: 35), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM1 2QU, 36.1% of households are couples with children and 25.1% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM1 2QU vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM1 2QU at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 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.

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M1 1AA

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