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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW16 6BB vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
167.7 miles (269.8 km) apart Bearing 329° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SW16 6BB and M1 1AA are 167.7 miles (269.8 km) apart. M1 1AA holds a +0.6 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW16 6BBvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW16 6BB(Wandsworth)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Wandsworth

SW16 6BB

4.3/10 Overall
Wandsworth • Furzedown
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: M1 1AA
SW16 6BB4.3/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SW16 6BB2/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SW16 6BB
SW16 6BB18.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SW16 6BB
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW16 6BB
SW16 6BB10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SW16 6BB1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW16 6BB
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 21
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Burglary3
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW16 6BB
Green Space:18.3%
Tree Canopy:5.2%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:87.1%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW16 6BB
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW16 6BB
Density:2258/km²
Average Age:33
Family Households:23.6%
Single Occupants:26.5%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW16 6BB
Council:Wandsworth
Ward:Furzedown
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
SW16 6BB
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
M1 1AA
School Score:3/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SW16 6BB vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SW16 6BB from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW16 6BB (Wandsworth) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 167.7 miles (269.8 km). Heading from SW16 6BB to M1 1AA, the bearing is 329° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SW16 6BB 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 SW16 6BB at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 21 incidents near SW16 6BB versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW16 6BB and M1 1AA?

SW16 6BB is governed by Wandsworth in the Furzedown 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 Wandsworth 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: SW16 6BB has 18.3% public green space coverage and 5.2% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 18 for SW16 6BB versus 16 for M1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

How do schools compare between SW16 6BB and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW16 6BB achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to M1 1AA at 3/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SW16 6BB and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SW16 6BB has a population density of 2258 people/km² (average age: 33), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SW16 6BB, 23.6% of households are couples with children and 26.5% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SW16 6BB vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW16 6BB at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW16 6BB

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

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M1 1AA

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