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Official Location Intelligence Comparison

SW8 3AR vs B1 1AA

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

Area A
Area B
102.2 miles (164.5 km) apart Bearing 314° (North-West)

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

Verdict: SW8 3AR and B1 1AA are 102.2 miles (164.5 km) apart. SW8 3AR holds a +0.6 overall score advantage.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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SW8 3ARvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

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

SW8 3AR(Lambeth)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Lambeth

SW8 3AR

3/10 Overall
Lambeth • Clapham Town
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: SW8 3AR
SW8 3AR3/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Equal rating
SW8 3AR2/10 (High)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: SW8 3AR
SW8 3AR19.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
SW8 3AR1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: SW8 3AR
SW8 3AR4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
SW8 3AR1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
SW8 3AR
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 25
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Violence and sexual offences8
  • Anti-social behaviour4
  • Burglary3
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
SW8 3AR
Green Space:19.9%
Tree Canopy:3.8%
Air Quality (AQI):18
Garden Access:77.5%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
SW8 3AR
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
SW8 3AR
Density:1445/km²
Average Age:34
Family Households:13.8%
Single Occupants:32.2%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
SW8 3AR
Council:Lambeth
Ward:Clapham Town
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 3AR
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: SW8 3AR vs B1 1AA

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

How far is SW8 3AR from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between SW8 3AR (Lambeth) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 102.2 miles (164.5 km). Heading from SW8 3AR to B1 1AA, the bearing is 314° (North-West). They span across different UK regions: London and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: SW8 3AR or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: Both areas share an identical safety score of 2/10. Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 25 incidents near SW8 3AR versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern SW8 3AR and B1 1AA?

SW8 3AR is governed by Lambeth in the Clapham Town 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 3AR has 19.9% public green space coverage and 3.8% 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 SW8 3AR 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 3AR and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: SW8 3AR achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near SW8 3AR 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 3AR vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess SW8 3AR 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 3AR

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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