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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM4 6AS vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
168.7 miles (271.5 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM4 6AS and M1 1AA are 168.7 miles (271.5 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +1.7 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM4 6ASvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM4 6AS(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM4 6AS

3.2/10 Overall
Sutton • St Helier East
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
SM4 6AS3.2/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM4 6AS2/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM4 6AS
SM4 6AS41.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM4 6AS100 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM4 6AS
SM4 6AS9/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM4 6AS1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM4 6AS
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 22
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Vehicle crime2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM4 6AS
Green Space:41.3%
Tree Canopy:6.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:96.4%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM4 6AS
Max Download:100 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM4 6AS
Density:2120/km²
Average Age:33
Family Households:32.4%
Single Occupants:23.1%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM4 6AS
Council:Sutton
Ward:St Helier East
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
SM4 6AS
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM4 6AS vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM4 6AS from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM4 6AS (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 168.7 miles (271.5 km). Heading from SM4 6AS to M1 1AA, the bearing is 330° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM4 6AS 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 SM4 6AS at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 22 incidents near SM4 6AS versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM4 6AS and M1 1AA?

SM4 6AS is governed by Sutton in the St Helier East 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: SM4 6AS has 41.3% public green space coverage and 6.9% 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 SM4 6AS 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 SM4 6AS and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM4 6AS achieves an education performance score of 9/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM4 6AS and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM4 6AS has a population density of 2120 people/km² (average age: 33), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM4 6AS, 32.4% of households are couples with children and 23.1% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM4 6AS vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM4 6AS at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM4 6AS

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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