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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW4 8GA vs M1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
166.1 miles (267.3 km) apart Bearing 329° (North-North-West)

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

Verdict: SW4 8GA and M1 1AA are 166.1 miles (267.3 km) apart. SW4 8GA holds a +0.1 overall score advantage. M1 1AA ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW4 8GAvsM1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW4 8GA(Lambeth)
M1 1AA(Manchester)
Area A: Lambeth

SW4 8GA

5/10 Overall
Lambeth • Clapham Park
Area B: Manchester

M1 1AA

4.9/10 Overall
Manchester • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW4 8GA
SW4 8GA5/10
M1 1AA4.9/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: M1 1AA
SW4 8GA5/10 (Moderate)
M1 1AA9.9/10 (Low)
Green Space Advantage: SW4 8GA
SW4 8GA16.3%
M1 1AA8.6%
Max Broadband
SW4 8GA400 Mbps
M1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW4 8GA
SW4 8GA10/10
M1 1AA3/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SW4 8GA1/10
M1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW4 8GA
5/10
Level: Moderate
Incidents: 11
M1 1AA
9.9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 3
Primary Incident Types:
  • Other theft3
  • Violence and sexual offences3
  • Drugs2
  • public-order1
  • violent-crime2

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW4 8GA
Green Space:16.3%
Tree Canopy:3.5%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:88%
M1 1AA
Green Space:8.6%
Tree Canopy:2.2%
Air Quality (AQI):16
Garden Access:23.5%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW4 8GA
Max Download:400 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
M1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW4 8GA
Density:1598/km²
Average Age:32
Family Households:23.5%
Single Occupants:24%
M1 1AA
Density:1690/km²
Average Age:29
Family Households:5%
Single Occupants:37.9%

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW4 8GA
Council:Lambeth
Ward:Clapham Park
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
SW4 8GA
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: SW4 8GA vs M1 1AA

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

How far is SW4 8GA from M1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW4 8GA (Lambeth) and M1 1AA (Manchester) is approximately 166.1 miles (267.3 km). Heading from SW4 8GA to M1 1AA, the bearing is 329° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and North West.

Which area is safer: SW4 8GA 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 SW4 8GA at 5/10 (Moderate crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 11 incidents near SW4 8GA versus 3 incidents near M1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW4 8GA and M1 1AA?

SW4 8GA is governed by Lambeth in the Clapham Park 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: SW4 8GA has 16.3% public green space coverage and 3.5% 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 SW4 8GA 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 SW4 8GA and M1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW4 8GA 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 SW4 8GA and 10 schools near M1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles: SW4 8GA has a population density of 1598 people/km² (average age: 32), whereas M1 1AA has 1690 people/km² (average age: 29). In SW4 8GA, 23.5% of households are couples with children and 24% are single occupants. In M1 1AA, 5% are couples with children and 37.9% are single occupants.

What are the flood risk ratings for SW4 8GA vs M1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW4 8GA at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while M1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW4 8GA

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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