> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.os.uk/os-downloads/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.os.uk/os-downloads/~/changes/AJZwzCsyrD9hiTbOxIbO/addressing-and-location/points-of-interest.md). # Points of Interest {% embed url="" %} Points of Interest is a comprehensive location-based directory of all public and privately owned businesses, educational institutions and leisure services in Great Britain. It contains over four million records, which are sourced and quality-checked from over a hundred leading listing suppliers. {% hint style="info" %} **This product is updated quarterly in March, June, September and December.** {% endhint %}
Representation of Points of Interest data showing a large number of points of interest represented as coloured dots on a background map

Representation of Points of Interest data

{% tabs %} {% tab title="Features" %} #### **Take your analysis beyond the address** Points of Interest GIS data can help to identify places by their use and function as well as by their postal address or location. Each record also contains a telephone number, web address and brand, where appropriate. #### **Identify gaps in services** For the public sector, Points of Interest lets you identify gaps in services and analyse changes in city centre retail space over time. This helps you maintain a quality environment for your residents, shoppers and visitors. #### **Organisation and activity at commercial addresses** More than 45% of Points of Interest records are businesses. It shows the organisation and activity at commercial addresses in Great Britain, and includes the brand, phone number and web URL of major businesses. #### **Target the competition** Thanks to its detailed company classifications linked to addresses, you can conduct detailed competitor and site analysis for the potential location of your next high street outlet. #### **Sourced and quality-checked** Points of Interest contains over four million records, sourced and quality-checked from more than 100 leading listing suppliers. It's updated more than four times a year, so you'll always be working with current information. #### **Tailor your order** You can tailor your order to just what you need - and our tiered classifications make it easy to narrow down your choices. So if you only want to know about businesses in Wigan or banks in Kent, we're here to help. {% endtab %} {% tab title="Use Cases" %} Points of Interest data can be used look up the following businesses and services in Britain: * Accommodation * Eating and drinking * Commercial services * Attractions * Sport and entertainment * Education and health * Public infrastructure * Manufacturing and production * Retail * Transport {% endtab %} {% tab title="Summary" %} * **Access:** Secure URL * **Data theme:** Geographical Names * **Data structure:** Vector – Points * **Coverage:** Great Britain * **Scale:** 1:1 250 to 1:10 000 * **Format:** Text * **Ordering area:** Custom ordering options * **Publication months:** March, June, September, December * **OS Data Hub plan:** Contact OS for information {% endtab %} {% tab title="Additional Information" %} #### **Customise the appearance of features** With our suggested symbols, in large and small sizes, you can customise Points of Interest features of a particular type. {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ## How to get this product You can try out a sample of Points of Interest data for evaluation and testing through the [Points of Interest product page on the Ordnance Survey website](https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/products/points-of-interest#get). Alternatively, you can try out the full product by applying for [a Data Exploration license](https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/licensing/data-exploration-licence). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://docs.os.uk/os-downloads/~/changes/AJZwzCsyrD9hiTbOxIbO/addressing-and-location/points-of-interest.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.