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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM5 3RL vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
106.7 miles (171.8 km) apart Bearing 317° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SM5 3RL and B1 1AA are 106.7 miles (171.8 km) apart. SM5 3RL holds a +3.2 overall score advantage. SM5 3RL ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM5 3RLvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM5 3RL(Sutton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Sutton

SM5 3RL

5.6/10 Overall
Sutton • Carshalton Central
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM5 3RL
SM5 3RL5.6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: SM5 3RL
SM5 3RL4/10 (Moderate)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM5 3RL
SM5 3RL17.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM5 3RL1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM5 3RL
SM5 3RL10/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM5 3RL1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM5 3RL
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 14
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting8
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Public order1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM5 3RL
Green Space:17.9%
Tree Canopy:3.2%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:88.3%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM5 3RL
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM5 3RL
Density:1516/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:36.9%
Single Occupants:27.1%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM5 3RL
Council:Sutton
Ward:Carshalton Central
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 3RL
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: SM5 3RL vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM5 3RL from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM5 3RL (Sutton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 106.7 miles (171.8 km). Heading from SM5 3RL to B1 1AA, the bearing is 317° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM5 3RL or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: SM5 3RL has a higher safety score of 4/10 (Moderate crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 14 incidents near SM5 3RL versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM5 3RL and B1 1AA?

SM5 3RL is governed by Sutton in the Carshalton Central 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 3RL has 17.9% public green space coverage and 3.2% 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 3RL 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 3RL and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM5 3RL 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 SM5 3RL 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 3RL vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM5 3RL 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 3RL

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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