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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW4 8DR vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
103.5 miles (166.5 km) apart Bearing 314° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SW4 8DR and B1 1AA are 103.5 miles (166.5 km) apart. SW4 8DR holds a +3.2 overall score advantage. SW4 8DR ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW4 8DRvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW4 8DR(Lambeth)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Lambeth

SW4 8DR

5.6/10 Overall
Lambeth • Clapham Park
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW4 8DR
SW4 8DR5.6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: SW4 8DR
SW4 8DR7/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW4 8DR
SW4 8DR19.2%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SW4 8DR1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW4 8DR
SW4 8DR10/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SW4 8DR1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW4 8DR
7/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 7
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Burglary1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW4 8DR
Green Space:19.2%
Tree Canopy:2.3%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:63.5%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW4 8DR
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW4 8DR
Density:1448/km²
Average Age:34
Family Households:11.5%
Single Occupants:33.6%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW4 8DR
Council:Lambeth
Ward:Clapham Park
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
SW4 8DR
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: SW4 8DR vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SW4 8DR from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW4 8DR (Lambeth) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 103.5 miles (166.5 km). Heading from SW4 8DR to B1 1AA, the bearing is 314° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SW4 8DR or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: SW4 8DR has a higher safety score of 7/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 7 incidents near SW4 8DR versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW4 8DR and B1 1AA?

SW4 8DR is governed by Lambeth in the Clapham Park 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 Lambeth 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: SW4 8DR has 19.2% public green space coverage and 2.3% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 18 for SW4 8DR 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 SW4 8DR and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW4 8DR 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 SW4 8DR 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 SW4 8DR vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW4 8DR at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW4 8DR

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

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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