The Ordnance Survey Address Base Premium Dataset (GB10) provides comprehensive geocoding and address lookup features, enhancing the accuracy and detail of location-based data. This dataset is essential for applications requiring precise geolocation and address information.
Following are the key features of Ordnance Survey Address Base Premium Dataset (GB10):
- Forward and Reverse Geocoding: Converts a physical address into geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and converts geographic coordinates into a human-readable address in Reverse Geocoding.
- Residential Delivery Indicator (RDIRETCODE) : The Residential Delivery Indicator (RDIRETCODE) identifies whether an address is classified as residential or commercial. This information is crucial for logistics and delivery services to optimize their operations and costs.
- Postal Verified Indicator (INPOSTAL) : The Postal Verified Indicator (INPOSTAL) confirms whether an address has been verified against postal service databases. This ensures the accuracy and deliverability of the address information.
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Global Match Code and Global Location Code
(SIMPLE_MATCH_CODE/EXTENDED_MATCH_CODE GLOBAL_LOCATION_CODE) :
Our geocoding solutions provide following types of codes to enhance location accuracy and consistency:
Simple Match Code (SIMPLE_MATCH_CODE): A basic code that indicates the level of match accuracy for a given address.
Extended Match Code (EXTENDED_MATCH_CODE): A more detailed code that provides additional information about the match quality and confidence level.
Global Location Code (GLOBAL_LOCATION_CODE): A unique identifier for a specific geographic location, ensuring consistency across different datasets and applications. - Organization Names/Building Names output in data & software : This feature enhances the precision of location data, making it easier to identify and navigate to specific destinations within larger complexes or multi-tenant buildings.
Autocomplete : The autocomplete feature is designed to provide real-time address suggestions as users type, improving user experience and data entry speed.
Implementing the autocomplete feature offers several benefits:
- Enhances user experience by reducing the amount of typing required.
- Speeds up data entry, making the process more efficient.
- Reduces errors by providing accurate address suggestions.
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UDPRN (Unique Delivery Point Reference Number): The UDPRN is a unique identifier assigned to each delivery point. It ensures that every delivery address can be distinctly recognized, facilitating accurate and efficient mail delivery and logistics operations.
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UPRN (Unique Property Reference Number): The UPRN is a unique identifier for properties. It is used to reference and manage property information across various systems and databases, ensuring consistency and accuracy in property-related data.