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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM2 5BD vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
170.8 miles (274.8 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM2 5BD and M1 1AA are 170.8 miles (274.8 km) apart. SM2 5BD holds a +1.8 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM2 5BDvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM2 5BD(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM2 5BD

6.7/10 Overall
Sutton • Belmont
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM2 5BD
SM2 5BD6.7/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM2 5BD7/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM2 5BD
SM2 5BD30.2%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM2 5BD1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM2 5BD
SM2 5BD10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM2 5BD1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM2 5BD
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 8
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Burglary1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM2 5BD
Green Space:30.2%
Tree Canopy:10.1%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:93.8%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM2 5BD
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM2 5BD
Density:1718/km²
Average Age:40
Family Households:40%
Single Occupants:21.7%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM2 5BD
Council:Sutton
Ward:Belmont
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
SM2 5BD
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM2 5BD vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM2 5BD from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM2 5BD (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 170.8 miles (274.8 km). Heading from SM2 5BD to M1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM2 5BD 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 SM2 5BD at 7/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 8 incidents near SM2 5BD versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM2 5BD and M1 1AA?

SM2 5BD is governed by Sutton in the Belmont 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: SM2 5BD has 30.2% public green space coverage and 10.1% 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 SM2 5BD 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 SM2 5BD and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM2 5BD achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM2 5BD and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM2 5BD has a population density of 1718 people/km² (average age: 40), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM2 5BD, 40% of households are couples with children and 21.7% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM2 5BD vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM2 5BD at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM2 5BD

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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