DataNation and Cookies

DataNation is a fantastic resource which combines official 2011 census data with authoritative Ordnance Survey maps. You can investigate local socio-economic conditions, view, analyse and personalise this data to engender critical thinking.

Yes. We offer a free 30 day 'try before you buy' fully functioning version for evaluation purposes. Note that taking a trial does NOT automatically sign you up for a paid subscription and trials do not auto-renew.

A 12-month subscription costs £199 (ex. VAT) per school.
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT PAYMENT BY CHEQUE.

The national census is conducted by the Office for National Statistics once every 10 years, offering insights into the demographics and residences of individuals across England, Scotland and Wales.

Once your school has completed a subscription form your named school contact will be sent a username and password by email. There is only one username and password per school for everyone to use.

Each school has a named contact. This is a teacher who acts as a contact between EDINA who provide the service, and the subscribing school. If you have forgotten your login details, you can ask your named contact. Alternatively, if you are a member of staff you can email the EDINA Helpdesk stating your school name and postcode.

DataNation presents a comprehensive blend of 2011 census data alongside Ordnance Survey maps, providing educators with a unique platform to teach local socio-economic conditions and foster critical thinking among students. Through DataNation, students can engage in data collection, appreciate its societal benefits, and develop a positive attitude towards numbers and statistics. Across disciplines, including Geography, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science, various activities can be implemented using DataNation. These activities range from analysing demographic patterns and conducting statistical analysis to investigating socio-economic disparities and environmental mapping. By utilizing real-world data, educators can effectively enhance students' analytical skills and deepen their understanding of societal issues across subjects.

If you are responsible for delivery of initial teacher training at a university you may be entitled to free access to DataNation for the purposes of teaching training teachers. Contact datanation@ed.ac.uk for more information.

Yes. We offer a free, fully functional 30 day no obligation trial of the service. Note that taking a trial does NOT automatically sign you up for a paid subscription and trials to not require payment details upfront.

DataNation is designed to work with the latest version of the most popular web browsers on tablet, laptop and desktop computers. Please ensure you are using an up to date version of Edge, Chrome, FireFox or Safari. DataNation is also designed to work with Safari on iPads using the latest iOS. Please note, the service has not been tested on all iPad Minis or Android devices. DataNation has also not been designed for very small screens such as mobile phones. While the functionality may work, the available screen area does not offer sufficient useful space. We do not advise using DataNation on a mobile phone.

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To request a subscription to DataNation you need to know:

1. Your full school postcode.
2. The name and email address of an authorised staff member who can agree to the Terms and Conditions of the service and who will receive emails from us.
3. The name and email address of a staff member responsible for finance who will receive an invoice c.60 days after the subscription is ordered. Optionally, the email addresses of any other day-to-day staff users of the service so we can keep them informed of t raining available and free resources.
4. If appropriate, your school VAT registration number, company number and charity number (where applicable).

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT PAYMENT BY CHEQUE.