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SM2 5PD vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
107.3 miles (172.7 km) apart Bearing 318° (North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Reigate and Banstead) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: SM2 5PD and B1 1AA are 107.3 miles (172.7 km) apart. SM2 5PD holds a +1.6 overall score advantage. B1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM2 5PDvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM2 5PD(Reigate and Banstead)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

SM2 5PD

4/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Banstead Village
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM2 5PD
SM2 5PD4/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: B1 1AA
SM2 5PD1/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM2 5PD
SM2 5PD28.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM2 5PD100 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM2 5PD
SM2 5PD10/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM2 5PD1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM2 5PD
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 32
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Other crime14
  • Violence and sexual offences11
  • Public order3
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM2 5PD
Green Space:28.9%
Tree Canopy:12.9%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:85.2%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM2 5PD
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM2 5PD
Density:2329/km²
Average Age:42
Family Households:42.7%
Single Occupants:14.8%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM2 5PD
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Banstead Village
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
SM2 5PD
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM2 5PD vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM2 5PD from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM2 5PD (Reigate and Banstead) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 107.3 miles (172.7 km). Heading from SM2 5PD to B1 1AA, the bearing is 318° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM2 5PD or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: B1 1AA has a higher safety score of 2/10 (High crime level) compared to SM2 5PD at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 32 incidents near SM2 5PD versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM2 5PD and B1 1AA?

SM2 5PD is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Banstead Village electoral ward, located in South East. 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 Reigate and Banstead 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: SM2 5PD has 28.9% public green space coverage and 12.9% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for SM2 5PD 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 SM2 5PD and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM2 5PD achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM2 5PD 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 SM2 5PD vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM2 5PD at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM2 5PD

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

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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