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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM7 1HE vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
171.9 miles (276.6 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Reigate and Banstead) and North West (Manchester).

Verdict: SM7 1HE and M1 1AA are 171.9 miles (276.6 km) apart. SM7 1HE holds a +1.1 overall score advantage. SM7 1HE ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM7 1HEvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM7 1HE(Reigate and Banstead)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

SM7 1HE

6/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Nork
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM7 1HE
SM7 1HE6/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: SM7 1HE
SM7 1HE10/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM7 1HE
SM7 1HE22.5%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM7 1HE1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: M1 1AA
SM7 1HE2/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM7 1HE1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM7 1HE
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM7 1HE
Green Space:22.5%
Tree Canopy:10.4%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:93.8%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM7 1HE
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM7 1HE
Density:1968/km²
Average Age:40
Family Households:37.5%
Single Occupants:21.3%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM7 1HE
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Nork
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
SM7 1HE
School Score:2/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM7 1HE vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM7 1HE from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM7 1HE (Reigate and Banstead) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 171.9 miles (276.6 km). Heading from SM7 1HE to M1 1AA, the bearing is 331° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and North West.

Which area is safer: SM7 1HE or M1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: SM7 1HE has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to M1 1AA at 9.9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 3 incidents near SM7 1HE versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM7 1HE and M1 1AA?

SM7 1HE is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Nork electoral ward, located in South East. 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 Reigate and Banstead 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: SM7 1HE has 22.5% public green space coverage and 10.4% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for SM7 1HE 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 SM7 1HE and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM7 1HE achieves an education performance score of 2/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM7 1HE and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM7 1HE has a population density of 1968 people/km² (average age: 40), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM7 1HE, 37.5% of households are couples with children and 21.3% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SM7 1HE vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM7 1HE at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM7 1HE

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M1 1AA

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