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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM6 9AY vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
107.7 miles (173.3 km) apart Bearing 317° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SM6 9AY and B1 1AA are 107.7 miles (173.3 km) apart. SM6 9AY holds a +2.8 overall score advantage. B1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM6 9AYvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM6 9AY(Sutton)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Sutton

SM6 9AY

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

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM6 9AY
SM6 9AY5.2/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: B1 1AA
SM6 9AY1/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM6 9AY
SM6 9AY20.3%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM6 9AY1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM6 9AY
SM6 9AY7/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SM6 9AY
SM6 9AY9/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM6 9AY
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 31
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting10
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Criminal damage and arson4
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM6 9AY
Green Space:20.3%
Tree Canopy:3.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:88%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM6 9AY
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM6 9AY
Density:2364/km²
Average Age:37
Family Households:25.5%
Single Occupants:39%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM6 9AY
Council:Sutton
Ward:Wallington South
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
SM6 9AY
School Score:7/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM6 9AY vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM6 9AY from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM6 9AY (Sutton) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 107.7 miles (173.3 km). Heading from SM6 9AY to B1 1AA, the bearing is 317° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM6 9AY or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: B1 1AA has a higher safety score of 2/10 (High crime level) compared to SM6 9AY at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 31 incidents near SM6 9AY versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM6 9AY and B1 1AA?

SM6 9AY is governed by Sutton in the Wallington South 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: SM6 9AY has 20.3% 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 16 for SM6 9AY 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 SM6 9AY and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM6 9AY achieves an education performance score of 7/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM6 9AY 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 SM6 9AY vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM6 9AY at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM6 9AY

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

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