An Introduction to edgResearch

EdgRESEARCH is a Melbourne-based spatial data research company with unique programs that help government, councils and business get the answers they need using the latest data and forecasts.

Using all available spatial data sets, aerial photography and satellite imagery, EdgRESEARCH can provide the need to know answers around sustainable development, housing capacity, population forecasts, health services planning and environmental challenges.

Typical services provided include:

> Crowd Counting within our Crowd Count portfolio we work to integrate data to provide accurate counts of crowds and post assessments of events. .

> Assessments of the housing capacity of particular parcels of land taking into account planning controls, topography, open space requirements and any other constraints;

> Assessments of infrastructure needs in potential new housing areas including schools, kindergartens, public transport, health services, shops and community centres;

EdgRESEARCH has developed a method for determining the housing capacity of an area using a platform called Mesh Blocks, statistical groupings of 20 to 50 housing units, allowing planning to be done on a detailed scale. This micro data allows for very detailed and effective planning.

edgResearch: Knowing is the First Step of Planning

EdgRESEARCH approaches planning with the needs of the new client first and foremost in mind. Dr Eagleson describes this approach as made to order.

‘It’s like getting something made by a tailor instead of buying off the rack. We create a unique product for each client, using existing data or collecting new data from new sources.’

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