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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM5 1EA vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
105.3 miles (169.5 km) apart Bearing 316° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SM5 1EA and B1 1AA are 105.3 miles (169.5 km) apart. SM5 1EA holds a +1.7 overall score advantage.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM5 1EAvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM5 1EA(Sutton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Sutton

SM5 1EA

4.1/10 Overall
Sutton • St Helier East
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM5 1EA
SM5 1EA4.1/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Equal rating
SM5 1EA2/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM5 1EA
SM5 1EA41.3%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM5 1EA1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM5 1EA
SM5 1EA9/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM5 1EA1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM5 1EA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 22
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences12
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Vehicle crime2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM5 1EA
Green Space:41.3%
Tree Canopy:6.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:96.4%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM5 1EA
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM5 1EA
Density:2120/km²
Average Age:33
Family Households:32.4%
Single Occupants:23.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM5 1EA
Council:Sutton
Ward:St Helier East
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
SM5 1EA
School Score:9/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM5 1EA vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM5 1EA from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM5 1EA (Sutton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 105.3 miles (169.5 km). Heading from SM5 1EA to B1 1AA, the bearing is 316° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM5 1EA or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: Both areas share an identical safety score of 2/10. Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 22 incidents near SM5 1EA versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM5 1EA and B1 1AA?

SM5 1EA is governed by Sutton in the St Helier East 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: SM5 1EA has 41.3% public green space coverage and 6.9% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 17 for SM5 1EA 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 SM5 1EA and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM5 1EA achieves an education performance score of 9/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM5 1EA 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 SM5 1EA vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM5 1EA at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM5 1EA

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

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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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