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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW8 2XS vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
102.4 miles (164.8 km) apart Bearing 313° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SW8 2XS and B1 1AA are 102.4 miles (164.8 km) apart. SW8 2XS holds a +3.6 overall score advantage. SW8 2XS ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW8 2XSvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW8 2XS(Lambeth)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Lambeth

SW8 2XS

6/10 Overall
Lambeth • Stockwell West & Larkhall
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW8 2XS
SW8 2XS6/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: SW8 2XS
SW8 2XS9/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW8 2XS
SW8 2XS19.6%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SW8 2XS1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW8 2XS
SW8 2XS2/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Advantage: SW8 2XS
SW8 2XS10/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW8 2XS
9/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 4
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences2
  • Anti-social behaviour1
  • Other theft1
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW8 2XS
Green Space:19.6%
Tree Canopy:3.2%
Air Quality (AQI):19
Garden Access:73.5%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW8 2XS
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW8 2XS
Density:1710/km²
Average Age:32
Family Households:13.5%
Single Occupants:26.8%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW8 2XS
Council:Lambeth
Ward:Stockwell West & Larkhall
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
SW8 2XS
School Score:2/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SW8 2XS vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SW8 2XS from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW8 2XS (Lambeth) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 102.4 miles (164.8 km). Heading from SW8 2XS to B1 1AA, the bearing is 313° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SW8 2XS or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: SW8 2XS has a higher safety score of 9/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 4 incidents near SW8 2XS versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW8 2XS and B1 1AA?

SW8 2XS is governed by Lambeth in the Stockwell West & Larkhall 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: SW8 2XS has 19.6% public green space coverage and 3.2% 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 SW8 2XS 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 SW8 2XS and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW8 2XS achieves an education performance score of 2/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SW8 2XS 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 SW8 2XS vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW8 2XS at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

SW8 2XS

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

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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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