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Dacorum 3D Model

More confident design and planning with Dacorum’s and Hemel Hempstead.

VU.CITY Dacorum saves time and money for professionals in the design, planning, and development of the built environment, with an accurate, interactive 3D digital twin model of the city enriched with data and tools to help you collaborate, analyse the real-world impact of proposals, and make better design and planning decisions, faster.

VU.CITY Dacorum 3D model
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    30
    DATA LAYERS
  • 43 sq km
    MODELLED TO 15CM ACCURACY
  • 36
    Consents approved
  • 36,617
    TREES, ACCURATE HEIGHT AND CANOPY

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Models. Data. Tools. All in one platform.
Oxford Carfax Accuracy

We provide the most accurate and detailed managed city models available. ±15cm for all buildings, trees and terrain.

Developments + data

Our public data is available to all users. You can also import your own, private data for your projects. Visualise, analyse and filter large-scale data sets with ease.

3D draw

Test and iterate ideas in survey-accurate context. Draw in 2D and 3D. Mark up plans and create maps with stakeholder-ready visual quality.

VU.CITY ZTV Analysis-1

Generate ZTV studies and viewsheds in just a few clicks. See sunlight paths and overshadowing instantly.

Visualise Real Estate assets and their views out in 4D

Create guided tours and presentations, export high quality imagery and share files with stakeholders for seamless collaboration and feedback.

GeometrySurvey-grade 3D city models
DataA public data library
Design toolsDraw, measure, annotate
Analysis toolsVisibility, sunlight and more
Presentation toolsTell your story, your way

Survey-accurate Dacorum coverage

Whether you’re focusing on a single neighbourhood or the entire cityscape, VU.CITY provides full coverage with unmatched precision.

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Dacorum data layers for contextual viability

From transportation and zoning to environmental factors, VU.CITY Dacorum 3D model data layers provide essential insights for more informed and confident decision-making.

Amenities & Services

  • Educational Establishments

  • GPs

  • Local Important Buildings

  • Retail Boundaries

  • Supermarkets

Environmental

  • Air Quality Management Areas 

     

  • Ancient Woodland

     

  • Local Nature Reserves

  • Rail noise

  • Sites of Special Scientific Interest

Green Spaces & Open Areas

  • Open green spaces

  • Parks and gardens

Heritage & Conservation

  • Conservation Areas

  • Designated sites

  • Listed Building points

  • Listed Buildings polygons 

Planning & Development

  • Developments

Transport & Accessibility

  • National Cycle Network

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VU.CITY Dacorum is the most accurate interactive 3D model of the town.

VU.CITY Dacorum centres on Hemel Hempstead and its surrounding area in Hertfordshire. One of the UK’s first New Towns, Hemel Hempstead was developed after the Second World War, with the original part of the town still known as the Old Town. It’s renowned for its Magic Roundabout, the pedestrianised Marlowes shopping centre, and the Jellicoe Water Gardens alongside the River Gade.

Hemel Hempstead’s vision for the future is bold. Through the Hemel Garden Communities programme, new homes are being delivered as a catalyst for the town’s transformation, building on its New Town legacy.

Significant change is expected in the coming years, particularly at major regeneration sites in the town centre and the Two Waters area. Dacorum Borough Council has been using VU.CITY to support high-quality development and smarter planning decisions.

Hemel Hempstead’s next chapter

Hemel Garden Communities is one of the most significant growth programmes in the country, set to deliver around 11,000 new homes and 10,000 new jobs to the north and east of Hemel Hempstead by 2050. In the south of the town, Two Waters and Apsley are planned for around 2,000 new homes. In the town centre, sites such as the former Civic Centre and the Water Gardens car parks are being prioritised for new homes and regeneration, with a new town centre masterplan on the way.

With VU.CITY Dacorum, you can see approved and under-construction schemes in context and test how your own plans will sit alongside them.

 

VU.CITY Dacorum FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions about VU.CITY's Dacorum 3D Digital Twin and Model.

How can the VU.CITY Dacorum model support sustainable growth and regeneration in the area?

The model provides tools to visualise development impacts, helping planners and developers align with Dacorum’s regeneration goals. Features like massing analysis and sunlight studies support sustainable planning, especially in key areas like the Town Centre and Two Waters.

Can I use the Dacorum model to assess different design options quickly?

Yes, the model allows users to test multiple massing options and General Employment Area (GEA) potential early in the planning process, making it easier to explore and refine designs suited to Dacorum’s unique landscape and urban character.

How does the VU.CITY Dacorum model help with stakeholder and community engagement?

The model’s Presenter Tool, camera studies, and annotation features enable users to create compelling visuals and share them with stakeholders, fostering clear communication and encouraging community feedback on development projects.

What environmental and heritage data is available in the Dacorum model?

The model includes data layers such as greenbelt areas, conservation zones, listed buildings, and sunlight impact analysis. These features help users ensure new developments respect Dacorum’s environmental and historical priorities.

Who can benefit from using the VU.CITY Dacorum model?

Architects, planners, developers, and local authorities benefit from the model. It supports collaborative planning, simplifies complex projects, and helps align new developments with Dacorum’s strategic growth and conservation goals.

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