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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM6 8RA vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
171.1 miles (275.4 km) apart Bearing 330° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM6 8RA and M1 1AA are 171.1 miles (275.4 km) apart. SM6 8RA holds a +0.3 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM6 8RAvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

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

SM6 8RA

5.2/10 Overall
Sutton • Wallington South
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM6 8RA
SM6 8RA5.2/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM6 8RA1/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM6 8RA
SM6 8RA20.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM6 8RA1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM6 8RA
SM6 8RA7/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SM6 8RA
SM6 8RA9/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM6 8RA
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 31
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting10
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage and arson4
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM6 8RA
Green Space:20.3%
Tree Canopy:3.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:88%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

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

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM6 8RA
Density:2364/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:25.5%
Single Occupants:39%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM6 8RA
Council:Sutton
Ward:Wallington South
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 8RA
School Score:7/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM6 8RA vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM6 8RA from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM6 8RA (Sutton) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 171.1 miles (275.4 km). Heading from SM6 8RA 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 8RA 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 8RA at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 31 incidents near SM6 8RA versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

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

SM6 8RA is governed by Sutton in the Wallington South 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 8RA has 20.3% public green space coverage and 3.2% 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 SM6 8RA 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 8RA and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM6 8RA achieves an education performance score of 7/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM6 8RA and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM6 8RA has a population density of 2364 people/km² (average age: 37), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM6 8RA, 25.5% of households are couples with children and 39% 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 8RA vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM6 8RA 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 8RA

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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