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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM5 4HQ vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
171.5 miles (275.9 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM5 4HQ and M1 1AA are 171.5 miles (275.9 km) apart. SM5 4HQ holds a +1.3 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM5 4HQvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM5 4HQ(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM5 4HQ

6.2/10 Overall
Sutton • Carshalton South & Clockhouse
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM5 4HQ
SM5 4HQ6.2/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM5 4HQ5/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM5 4HQ
SM5 4HQ16.5%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM5 4HQ1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM5 4HQ
SM5 4HQ10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM5 4HQ1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM5 4HQ
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 11
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Burglary3
  • Criminal damage and arson3
  • Other theft2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM5 4HQ
Green Space:16.5%
Tree Canopy:5%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:95.8%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM5 4HQ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM5 4HQ
Density:1624/km²
Average Age:41
Family Households:44.7%
Single Occupants:8.7%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM5 4HQ
Council:Sutton
Ward:Carshalton South & Clockhouse
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
SM5 4HQ
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM5 4HQ vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM5 4HQ from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM5 4HQ (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 171.5 miles (275.9 km). Heading from SM5 4HQ to M1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM5 4HQ 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 SM5 4HQ at 5/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 11 incidents near SM5 4HQ versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM5 4HQ and M1 1AA?

SM5 4HQ is governed by Sutton in the Carshalton South & Clockhouse 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: SM5 4HQ has 16.5% public green space coverage and 5% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 16 for SM5 4HQ 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 SM5 4HQ and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM5 4HQ achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM5 4HQ and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM5 4HQ has a population density of 1624 people/km² (average age: 41), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM5 4HQ, 44.7% of households are couples with children and 8.7% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM5 4HQ vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM5 4HQ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM5 4HQ

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M1 1AA

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