Boundary data

Definition

Boundary data comes stored in various formats, such as shapefile or GeoJSON, it defines specific areas in Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Standard examples can include Output Areas (OAs), Lower layer Super Output Areas (LSOAs), and Middle layer Super Output Areas (MSOAs) in England and Wales. These boundaries are then used to collect and analyse data at different levels of granularity. They can also be used to illustrate social and economic trends on maps to present data to your audience.

Also known as

Geospatial Boundaries, Administrative Boundaries

Relevance to OCSI

OCSI uses boundary data to ensure accurate spatial analysis and mapping in their data-driven projects, to support targeted community interventions.

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