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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM1 4NQ vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
170.3 miles (274 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM1 4NQ and M1 1AA are 170.3 miles (274 km) apart. SM1 4NQ holds a +0.4 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM1 4NQvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM1 4NQ(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM1 4NQ

5.3/10 Overall
Sutton • Carshalton Central
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM1 4NQ
SM1 4NQ5.3/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM1 4NQ7/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM1 4NQ
SM1 4NQ12.1%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM1 4NQ1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM1 4NQ
SM1 4NQ4/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM1 4NQ1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM1 4NQ
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 7
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Burglary1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM1 4NQ
Green Space:12.1%
Tree Canopy:1.8%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:94.3%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM1 4NQ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM1 4NQ
Density:1778/km²
Average Age:36
Family Households:31.1%
Single Occupants:33.6%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM1 4NQ
Council:Sutton
Ward:Carshalton Central
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 4NQ
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 4NQ vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM1 4NQ from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM1 4NQ (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 170.3 miles (274 km). Heading from SM1 4NQ to M1 1AA, the bearing is 330° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM1 4NQ 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 4NQ at 7/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 7 incidents near SM1 4NQ versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM1 4NQ and M1 1AA?

SM1 4NQ is governed by Sutton in the Carshalton Central 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 4NQ has 12.1% public green space coverage and 1.8% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 17 for SM1 4NQ 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 4NQ and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM1 4NQ 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 4NQ and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM1 4NQ has a population density of 1778 people/km² (average age: 36), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM1 4NQ, 31.1% of households are couples with children and 33.6% 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 4NQ vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM1 4NQ 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 4NQ

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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