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Liverpool 3D Model

Design and plan with precision using Liverpool’s digital twin

Explore, plan, analyse and present your work on a survey-accurate 3D model of Liverpool, including approved and under-construction buildings. Use rich data layers to assess site potential, spot constraints early and reduce project risk, all in one digital twin your whole team can work in.

Trusted by Liverpool City Council. Built for built environment professionals, from architects and planners to developers and asset managers.

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    34
    DATA LAYERS
  • 82 sq km
    MODELLED TO 15CM ACCURACY
  • 1
    HIGH DETAIL BUILDINGS
  • 134
    Consents approved
  • 232,239
    TREES, ACCURATE HEIGHT AND CANOPY

See Liverpool's past, present & future in VU.CITY

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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

Government-trusted Liverpool coverage

From the waterfront to the whole city, our Liverpool 3D model is mapped to 15cm accuracy.

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Liverpool data layers for contextual viability

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

Amenities & Services

  • Educational Establishments

  • GPs

  • Hospitals

  • Local Important Buildings

  • Retail Boundaries

  • Supermarkets

Crime & Safety

  • Burglary

  • Drug Crime

  • Robbery

  • Shoplifting

  • Theft Crimes

Demographics & Economy

  • Annual Average Income Per Household

  • Deprivation Index

  • House Prices

  • Population Density 

Energy & Utilities

  • Internet Speed

Environmental

  • Flood Risk Areas

  • Rail Noise

Green Spaces & Open Areas

  • Greenspace Sites

Heritage & Conservation

  • Conservation Areas

  • Listed Buildings

  • Scheduled Monuments

Planning & Development

  • Brownfield Sites

  • Developments

Transport & Accessibility

  • Cycle Network 

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VU.CITY Liverpool is the largest and most accurate interactive 3D model available of the city.

VU.CITY Liverpool: a 3D city model for a waterfront on the move

Liverpool has an impressive cultural heritage, with magnificent buildings including two striking cathedrals and the neoclassical St George’s Hall. Decades of regeneration have transformed the city centre into one of the most attractive places to live and work in the north of England.

With VU.CITY Liverpool, architects and developers can test the feasibility of a proposed project in context and understand its visual impact on Liverpool’s listed buildings early on.

Liverpool’s next chapter

The future of the Liverpool City Region is full of ambition. A new Mayoral Development Corporation is set to fast-track regeneration across north Liverpool, from the River Mersey to the city’s commercial business district.

Major schemes are already reshaping the city, including Liverpool Waters, the Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, Central Docks, King Edward Triangle, Pall Mall and Ten Streets. With VU.CITY Liverpool, you can see approved and under-construction schemes in context and test how your own plans will sit alongside them.

Regeneration on this scale needs open discussion and collaboration. VU.CITY Liverpool helps you create clear presentations and high-quality imagery that build understanding, support and buy-in from clients and local planning officers.

Built environment professionals, from architects and planners to developers and asset managers, use VU.CITY Liverpool to answer fundamental questions about planning and development. Organise, visualise and analyse city data in one clear, accessible place, and get the answers you need to make the best decisions.

 

VU.CITY Liverpool FAQs

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

What is VU.CITY Liverpool, and how does it assist with city planning?

VU.CITY Liverpool is a 3D digital model that aids city planners, developers, and architects in visualising projects within Liverpool’s urban landscape. It supports informed decision-making and enhances planning accuracy for new developments.

How can VU.CITY Liverpool streamline the planning application process?

By providing a realistic 3D model of Liverpool, VU.CITY simplifies the planning process, allowing stakeholders to view proposed developments in context and meet local authority requirements with greater precision.

What data layers are available in VU.CITY Liverpool for planning and analysis?

VU.CITY Liverpool includes essential data layers like building heights, land use, conservation areas, transportation routes, and environmental zones, supporting planners with crucial insights for city planning and development.

How does VU.CITY Liverpool support sustainable urban development?

VU.CITY Liverpool enables users to assess environmental impacts and plan sustainable developments by visualising green spaces, reducing carbon footprints, and aligning with Liverpool’s sustainability goals.

How can 3D modelling in VU.CITY Liverpool improve public engagement for new developments?

The 3D model makes it easier to present new projects to the public, offering a clear visualisation that fosters transparency and encourages feedback, which is essential for community-supported urban development.

Explore digital 3D geospatial solutions for the built environment

VU.CITY provides clear, powerful tools for key decision-makers across the built environment, helping them visualise and shape the future of cities with confidence and precision.

Make smarter decisions with data-driven insights, from infrastructure to sustainability.
Unlock the power of Generative AI for optimal design and streamlined decision-making.
Bring your designs to 3D life with state-of-the-art modelling tools.

Licence any VU.CITY city and design, test and present your project in its real context.

Utilise advanced 3D models and a data-driven approach with our flexible ZTV service.
Showcase your proposal in its real-world context with compelling, easy-to-understand flythroughs.
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