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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW2 4HH vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
166.5 miles (268 km) apart Bearing 329° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SW2 4HH and M1 1AA are 166.5 miles (268 km) apart. SW2 4HH holds a +1.9 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW2 4HHvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW2 4HH(Lambeth)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Lambeth

SW2 4HH

6.8/10 Overall
Lambeth • Streatham Hill West & Thornton
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW2 4HH
SW2 4HH6.8/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SW2 4HH9/10 (Low)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SW2 4HH
SW2 4HH12.4%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SW2 4HH1000 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW2 4HH
SW2 4HH10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SW2 4HH1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW2 4HH
9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 4
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Other theft2
  • Bicycle theft1
  • Violence and sexual offences1
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW2 4HH
Green Space:12.4%
Tree Canopy:4.1%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:88.1%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW2 4HH
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW2 4HH
Density:1476/km²
Average Age:33
Family Households:19.6%
Single Occupants:27.1%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW2 4HH
Council:Lambeth
Ward:Streatham Hill West & Thornton
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
SW2 4HH
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: SW2 4HH vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SW2 4HH from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW2 4HH (Lambeth) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 166.5 miles (268 km). Heading from SW2 4HH to M1 1AA, the bearing is 329° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SW2 4HH 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 SW2 4HH at 9/10 (Low crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 4 incidents near SW2 4HH versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW2 4HH and M1 1AA?

SW2 4HH is governed by Lambeth in the Streatham Hill West & Thornton 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 Lambeth 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: SW2 4HH has 12.4% public green space coverage and 4.1% 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 SW2 4HH 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 SW2 4HH and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW2 4HH 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 SW2 4HH and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SW2 4HH has a population density of 1476 people/km² (average age: 33), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SW2 4HH, 19.6% of households are couples with children and 27.1% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SW2 4HH vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW2 4HH at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW2 4HH

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

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M1 1AA

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