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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SM7 3AY vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
172 miles (276.7 km) apart Bearing 331° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SM7 3AY and M1 1AA are 172 miles (276.7 km) apart. SM7 3AY holds a +1 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SM7 3AYvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SM7 3AY(Reigate and Banstead)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Reigate and Banstead

SM7 3AY

5.9/10 Overall
Reigate and Banstead • Banstead Village
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SM7 3AY
SM7 3AY5.9/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SM7 3AY7/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SM7 3AY
SM7 3AY34.4%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SM7 3AY
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SM7 3AY
SM7 3AY8/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SM7 3AY1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SM7 3AY
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 7
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Drugs1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SM7 3AY
Green Space:34.4%
Tree Canopy:14.3%
Air Quality (AQI):15
Garden Access:93%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SM7 3AY
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SM7 3AY
Density:1494/km²
Average Age:39
Family Households:29.1%
Single Occupants:24.2%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SM7 3AY
Council:Reigate and Banstead
Ward:Banstead Village
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Medium
M1 1AA
Council:Manchester
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
SM7 3AY
School Score:8/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SM7 3AY vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SM7 3AY from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SM7 3AY (Reigate and Banstead) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 172 miles (276.7 km). Heading from SM7 3AY 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 3AY 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 SM7 3AY at 7/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 7 incidents near SM7 3AY versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SM7 3AY and M1 1AA?

SM7 3AY is governed by Reigate and Banstead in the Banstead Village 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 3AY has 34.4% public green space coverage and 14.3% 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 3AY versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between SM7 3AY and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SM7 3AY achieves an education performance score of 8/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SM7 3AY and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SM7 3AY has a population density of 1494 people/km² (average age: 39), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SM7 3AY, 29.1% of households are couples with children and 24.2% 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 3AY vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SM7 3AY at 'Medium' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SM7 3AY

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

Full Area Report

M1 1AA

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