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SM7 2LJ vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
107.8 miles (173.4 km) apart Bearing 318° (North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Reigate and Banstead) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: SM7 2LJ and B1 1AA are 107.8 miles (173.4 km) apart. SM7 2LJ holds a +1.6 overall score advantage.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM7 2LJvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM7 2LJ(Reigate and Banstead)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

SM7 2LJ

4/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Banstead Village
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM7 2LJ
SM7 2LJ4/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Equal rating
SM7 2LJ2/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SM7 2LJ
SM7 2LJ30.4%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SM7 2LJ1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM7 2LJ
SM7 2LJ2/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM7 2LJ1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM7 2LJ
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Criminal damage and arson3
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM7 2LJ
Green Space:30.4%
Tree Canopy:15.1%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:85.2%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM7 2LJ
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM7 2LJ
Density:1591/km²
Average Age:42
Family Households:18.2%
Single Occupants:43.3%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM7 2LJ
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Banstead Village
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
SM7 2LJ
School Score:2/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM7 2LJ vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SM7 2LJ from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM7 2LJ (Reigate and Banstead) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 107.8 miles (173.4 km). Heading from SM7 2LJ to B1 1AA, the bearing is 318° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SM7 2LJ or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: Both areas share an identical safety score of 2/10. Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 23 incidents near SM7 2LJ versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM7 2LJ and B1 1AA?

SM7 2LJ is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Banstead Village electoral ward, located in South East. 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 Reigate and Banstead 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: SM7 2LJ has 30.4% public green space coverage and 15.1% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 15 for SM7 2LJ 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 SM7 2LJ and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM7 2LJ achieves an education performance score of 2/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM7 2LJ 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 SM7 2LJ vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM7 2LJ at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM7 2LJ

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Reigate and Banstead.

Full Area Report

B1 1AA

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Birmingham.

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