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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM2 7EN vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
106.1 miles (170.8 km) apart Bearing 318° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SM2 7EN and B1 1AA are 106.1 miles (170.8 km) apart. SM2 7EN holds a +6.4 overall score advantage. SM2 7EN ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM2 7ENvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM2 7EN(Sutton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Sutton

SM2 7EN

8.8/10 Overall
Sutton • Cheam
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM2 7EN
SM2 7EN8.8/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: SM2 7EN
SM2 7EN10/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM2 7EN
SM2 7EN29.7%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM2 7EN1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM2 7EN
SM2 7EN10/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SM2 7EN
SM2 7EN9/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM2 7EN
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Burglary2
  • Criminal damage and arson1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM2 7EN
Green Space:29.7%
Tree Canopy:10.7%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:93.8%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM2 7EN
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM2 7EN
Density:1798/km²
Average Age:40
Family Households:38.9%
Single Occupants:13.8%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM2 7EN
Council:Sutton
Ward:Cheam
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 7EN
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 7EN vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM2 7EN from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM2 7EN (Sutton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 106.1 miles (170.8 km). Heading from SM2 7EN to B1 1AA, the bearing is 318° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM2 7EN or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: SM2 7EN has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 3 incidents near SM2 7EN versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM2 7EN and B1 1AA?

SM2 7EN is governed by Sutton in the Cheam 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: SM2 7EN has 29.7% public green space coverage and 10.7% 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 7EN 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 7EN and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM2 7EN 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 7EN 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 7EN vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM2 7EN 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 7EN

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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