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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM6 8BD vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
170.7 miles (274.7 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM6 8BD and M1 1AA are 170.7 miles (274.7 km) apart. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM6 8BDvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM6 8BD(Sutton)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Sutton

SM6 8BD

4.9/10 Overall
Sutton • Wallington North
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Equal rating
SM6 8BD4.9/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM6 8BD4/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM6 8BD
SM6 8BD18%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM6 8BD1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM6 8BD
SM6 8BD9/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM6 8BD1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM6 8BD
4/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 14
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Violence and sexual offences4
  • Burglary2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM6 8BD
Green Space:18%
Tree Canopy:2.6%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:89.7%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM6 8BD
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM6 8BD
Density:1940/km²
Average Age:36
Family Households:27.5%
Single Occupants:35.3%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM6 8BD
Council:Sutton
Ward:Wallington North
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
SM6 8BD
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: SM6 8BD vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM6 8BD from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM6 8BD (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 170.7 miles (274.7 km). Heading from SM6 8BD to M1 1AA, the bearing is 330° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SM6 8BD 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 SM6 8BD at 4/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 14 incidents near SM6 8BD versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM6 8BD and M1 1AA?

SM6 8BD is governed by Sutton in the Wallington North 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: SM6 8BD has 18% public green space coverage and 2.6% 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 SM6 8BD 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 SM6 8BD and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM6 8BD 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 SM6 8BD and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM6 8BD has a population density of 1940 people/km² (average age: 36), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM6 8BD, 27.5% of households are couples with children and 35.3% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM6 8BD vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM6 8BD at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM6 8BD

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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