DataCutter: Instant Access to the Data You Need
Unlock a wide range of datasets, including public transport data, points of interest (POI), bus routes, road networks, and census data. Simply draw your own map boundary and download high-quality datasets for any location in Great Britain—quickly and effortlessly.
Point of Interest (POI)Data
Identify locations based on function, land use, postal address, or geographic coordinates to support spatial analysis and planning.
Public Transport Datasets
National Public Transport Access Nodes (NaPTAN) provide accurate stop locations for buses, trams, and other public transport services. Timetable and bus route line data enable transport planning and accessibility analysis.
Road Network & Census
Leverage high-quality road and census datasets, including OS MasterMap® Highways Network for comprehensive road infrastructure data, as well as Meridian 2 and Open Roads for transport modelling, infrastructure planning, and GIS analysis.
How Does DataCutter work?
Why Choose DataCutter?
Customised Data Selection
Draw your own map boundary or choose from predefined areas within DataCutter for precise, location-specific datasets.
Time-Saving & Ready to Use
Instant access to a wide range of datasets in a ready-to-use format, eliminating the need for complex data processing.
Flexible & Secure Payment
Easily purchase data online with a credit card through a secure checkout.
Cost-Effective
Only pay for the data you need—no unnecessary extras.
Always Up to Date
Access the latest datasets as soon as they are released, ensuring you work with the most current information.
Unrivalled Accuracy
Powered by Ordnance Survey’s most detailed datasets, providing precision and reliability for your analysis.
Cloud-Based Convenience
Log in anytime, anywhere—DataCutter is a fully cloud-based solution designed for accessibility and efficiency.
- Purchase OSHighways Rrami and Paths Data
- Purchase POI
- Access Census data
- Access Meridian 2 data
- Access Naptan Data
- Purchase OSHighways Rrami and Paths Data
- Purchase POI
- Access Census data
- Access Meridian 2 data
- Access Naptan Data
- Access to public transport data
- OpenRoads
- Purchase OSHighways Rrami and Paths Data
- Purchase POI
- Access Census data
- Access Meridian 2 data
- Access Naptan Data
- Access to public transport data
- OpenRoads
- Route Lines data
Fee On Request
- PSGA OSHighways Rrami and Paths data
- Purchase POI
- Access Census data
- Access Meridian 2 data
- Access Naptan Data
- Access to public transport data
- OpenRoads
- Purchase Route Lines data
- Free OSHighways Rrami and Paths
Available Datasets
Point of Interest (POI) Data
A comprehensive dataset with over 4 million locations, classified into accommodation, retail, transport, infrastructure, healthcare, entertainment, and more. Includes precise coordinates for accurate mapping. Supplied as CSV.
Public Transport Network (PT Network)
The most comprehensive digital timetable dataset, covering bus, rail, tram, ferry, tube, and coach services. Available as quarterly snapshots since 2015, ideal for travel time analysis and stop frequency calculations. Supplied as CIF or TXC files, compatible with TRACC.
Bus Route Lines
A digitised dataset of all bus routes across Great Britain, sortable by operator, route, and frequency for network analysis and planning. Supplied as a Shapefile.
NaPTAN (Public Transport Stops)
The most detailed dataset of public transport stops, covering nearly 500,000 stop locations across Great Britain, including bus, tram, and ferry stops. Includes accurate coordinates for spatial analysis. Supplied as CSV.
Road Network Data
A range of digital road network datasets from Ordnance Survey, suitable for routing and GIS analysis. Available in multiple formats:
- Meridian 2 – A free, basic road network, including all major roads and most minor roads. Supplied as Shapefile.
- OpenRoads – The most detailed free dataset, covering over 4 million road links, commercially usable. Supplied as Shapefile.
- OS Highways Rrami – A highly detailed network including curves, one-way streets, restricted turns, and time-based restrictions. Free for PSGA members, purchasable in DataCutter. Supplied as GML.
- OS Highways Paths – The definitive footpath and cycle path network, seamlessly integrating with OS Highways Rrami for complete walking and cycling analysis. Free for PSGA members, purchasable in DataCutter. Supplied as GML.
Census Data
Census statistics provide a detailed demographic snapshot of Great Britain, available for 2011 and 2021 at multiple geographic levels (Output Area, LSOA, and MSOA). Essential for understanding population trends, funding allocation, and public service planning.
With DataCutter, you get instant, precise, and cost-effective access to the data you need—wherever and whenever you need it.
DataCutter has saved me a considerable amount of time when starting new projects. With DataCutter I can download the highway network and public transport data for my study area in a ready-to-use format in a matter of minutes.
David Stoddart
Senior Transport Planner, Gladman Group
