Data services
We provide open, safeguarded, and controlled data to researchers and training in how best to use it.
Data collections
Our open data is freely available for use by anyone.
Safeguarded data is also free to access but may have restrictions set by the data owners while our controlled data is limited to accredited users and only accessible in secure environments.
You can view available datasets in our extensive data catalogue or explore our data theme pages.
Data Catalogue
Unlock the potential of a wide range of key datasets to empower and inform your research with free access to our comprehensive data catalogue.
Transport and mobility
Housing and property
Labour market
Environment
Tools and methods
In our work with smart data, we have developed and adapted a wide range of methods. We make these methods and related code or tools available as part of our data service. Links can be found from the relevant data collections.
Share your data
Sharing data can provide valuable insights and intelligence for data owners as well as wider policymakers. UBDC helps organisations curate and analyse their data and offers a single point of access for data, unlocking its potential as a valuable public resource.