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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW1X 9PY vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
100.4 miles (161.5 km) apart Bearing 313° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SW1X 9PY and B1 1AA are 100.4 miles (161.5 km) apart. SW1X 9PY holds a +3.5 overall score advantage. B1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW1X 9PYvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW1X 9PY(Kensington and Chelsea)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Kensington and Chelsea

SW1X 9PY

5.9/10 Overall
Kensington and Chelsea • Brompton & Hans Town
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW1X 9PY
SW1X 9PY5.9/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: B1 1AA
SW1X 9PY1/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW1X 9PY
SW1X 9PY42.3%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SW1X 9PY1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW1X 9PY
SW1X 9PY10/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW1X 9PY
SW1X 9PY9/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW1X 9PY
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 47
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting16
  • Vehicle crime13
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW1X 9PY
Green Space:42.3%
Tree Canopy:14.8%
Air Quality (AQI):19
Garden Access:76.2%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW1X 9PY
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW1X 9PY
Density:1385/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:11.2%
Single Occupants:40.6%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW1X 9PY
Council:Kensington and Chelsea
Ward:Brompton & Hans Town
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
SW1X 9PY
School Score:10/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SW1X 9PY vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SW1X 9PY from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW1X 9PY (Kensington and Chelsea) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 100.4 miles (161.5 km). Heading from SW1X 9PY to B1 1AA, the bearing is 313° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SW1X 9PY 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 SW1X 9PY at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 47 incidents near SW1X 9PY versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW1X 9PY and B1 1AA?

SW1X 9PY is governed by Kensington and Chelsea in the Brompton & Hans Town 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 Kensington and Chelsea 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: SW1X 9PY has 42.3% public green space coverage and 14.8% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 19 for SW1X 9PY 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 SW1X 9PY and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW1X 9PY achieves an education performance score of 10/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SW1X 9PY 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 SW1X 9PY vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW1X 9PY at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW1X 9PY

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

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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