Comprehensive Open dataset of greenspace
Finding greenspaces has never been easier. Britain’s most comprehensive Open dataset of greenspace provides the foundation for you to help create greener and healthier communities.
OS Open Greenspace
What OS Open Greenspace provides you with
Understand locations and access points
Understand the location of public parks, playing fields, sports facilities, play areas and allotments, along with access points for entering and exiting urban and rural greenspaces.
Green communities
Britain’s most comprehensive Open dataset of greenspaces underpins a range of apps, products and innovations - providing the foundation to help create greener and healthier communities.
Planning for health
Incorporated as a layer into SHAPE, the dataset has been used alongside asset location data (GPs, pharmacies, schools) and indicator data (population and deprivation), to help inform and support the strategic planning of services and physical assets across the health economy.
Vital in emergencies
A vital tool in helping our emergency services, OS Open Greenspace includes site use and access points, making it quicker to get to emergency situations.
Use cases
- Helps local authorities and health organisations identify accessible green spaces for walking, exercise and relaxation.
- Planners can use the data to assess green space distribution, ensuring equitable access across communities.
- Schools and community groups can use the data to locate safe outdoor learning environments.