Urban Intelligence

Urban Intelligence is a digital solution aimed at transforming the planning and property development process. According to the vendor, it harnesses the power of technology, data science, and software engineering to provide tools and solutions for local plan-making that are smarter, more efficient, and collaborative. This solution caters to a range of clients, including local authorities, government agencies, property developers, real estate investors, and infrastructure companies. Professionals in town planning, property development, data science, geospatial science, and local and central government agencies rely on Urban Intelligence to streamline their workflows and make informed decisions.

Key Features

PlaceMaker: According to the vendor, this feature allows users to build a digital evidence base for their local plan by utilizing geospatial data and algorithms to automate site data collection, processing, and analysis. Users can run algorithms across registered and unregistered land to identify development potential.

Site Search: The vendor claims that this feature enables users to conduct comprehensive searches across the entire UK for suitable development sites. Users can customize search criteria based on site size, location, context, and other parameters. The feature also provides market information to aid in site appraisal and development potential assessment. Additionally, it helps identify land assembly opportunities beyond ownership boundaries.

Portfolio Analysis: According to the vendor, this feature allows users to uncover hidden value in property assets by analyzing and assessing large-scale property portfolios. Users can simulate policy and market changes to evaluate portfolio performance and gain insights to inform decision-making and secure investment.

Special Projects: The vendor claims that this feature offers customized solutions for complex business needs and tailored consultancy services based on industry knowledge and data expertise. It also enables users to design algorithms to gain a competitive edge in property valuation and risk assessment. The feature provides business intelligence and data insights to support strategic decision-making.

Residential & Care: According to the vendor, this feature streamlines the search for residential development land and helps users identify and understand development opportunities before the competition. It utilizes data-driven intelligence to make better decisions on land acquisition and gain confidence in spotting opportunities and maximizing development potential.

Office & Retail: The vendor states that this feature helps users stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing market by analyzing shifting patterns of work and consumption. It provides location intelligence for optimal site selection and assesses market trends and policy changes to inform decision-making.

Industrial & Logistics: According to the vendor, this feature assists users in identifying the best locations to reach target markets and analyzing demand for space to support supply chain operations. It also helps users assess locations for data centers and other industrial facilities, and provides insights on market trends and regulatory challenges.

Local & Central Government: The vendor claims that this feature allows users to build a robust evidence base for decision-making, optimize resource utilization and efficiency, and navigate the planning process across different geographies. It also helps design digital tools to facilitate collaboration and efficiency.

Transport & Infrastructure: According to the vendor, this feature enables users to analyze transport networks and infrastructure opportunities, assess the potential for transport-related development projects, and provides insights on the impact of infrastructure on housing strategies. It also allows users to simulate economic shocks and policy changes on infrastructure projects.