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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW1X 9QG vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
162.6 miles (261.6 km) apart Bearing 328° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SW1X 9QG and M1 1AA are 162.6 miles (261.6 km) apart. SW1X 9QG holds a +1 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW1X 9QGvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW1X 9QG(Kensington and Chelsea)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Kensington and Chelsea

SW1X 9QG

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

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW1X 9QG
SW1X 9QG5.9/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SW1X 9QG1/10 (High)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SW1X 9QG
SW1X 9QG42.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SW1X 9QG1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW1X 9QG
SW1X 9QG10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW1X 9QG
SW1X 9QG9/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW1X 9QG
1/10
Level: High
Incidents: 47
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Shoplifting16
  • Vehicle crime13
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW1X 9QG
Green Space:42.3%
Tree Canopy:14.8%
Air Quality (AQI):19
Garden Access:76.2%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW1X 9QG
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW1X 9QG
Density:1385/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:11.2%
Single Occupants:40.6%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW1X 9QG
Council:Kensington and Chelsea
Ward:Brompton & Hans Town
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
SW1X 9QG
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: SW1X 9QG vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SW1X 9QG from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW1X 9QG (Kensington and Chelsea) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 162.6 miles (261.6 km). Heading from SW1X 9QG to M1 1AA, the bearing is 328° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SW1X 9QG 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 SW1X 9QG at 1/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 47 incidents near SW1X 9QG versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW1X 9QG and M1 1AA?

SW1X 9QG is governed by Kensington and Chelsea in the Brompton & Hans Town 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 Kensington and Chelsea 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: SW1X 9QG has 42.3% public green space coverage and 14.8% tree canopy cover, whereas M1 1AA features 8.6% green space and 2.2% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 19 for SW1X 9QG 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 SW1X 9QG and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW1X 9QG 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 SW1X 9QG and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SW1X 9QG has a population density of 1385 people/km² (average age: 38), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SW1X 9QG, 11.2% of households are couples with children and 40.6% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SW1X 9QG vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW1X 9QG at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

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SW1X 9QG

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M1 1AA

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