Open data and digital infrastructure investment

Broadband and mobile network providers use local information to help decide where to invest and improve their networks.

By making this data openly available, we can help providers identify areas where demand for digital services is growing and where network improvements may be needed across West Sussex.

To help providers plan future network improvements, we share data on: 

• new housing developments 
• population growth 
• business areas 
• regeneration projects 
• existing broadband and mobile coverage 

Building and upgrading digital networks can be complex and costly. 

Where appropriate, we also share information about council-owned assets and planned works that may help providers plan their networks more efficiently. 

This may include: 

• public buildings 
• lighting columns 
• roadside equipment 
• highway works 
• other council-owned infrastructure 

Having access to this information can help providers identify opportunities to use existing infrastructure and coordinate work with planned improvements. 

We also share information about local development plans and growth priorities. 

This helps providers understand where homes, businesses and communities are expected to grow, so they can consider digital infrastructure as part of their future investment plans. 

We know that reliable broadband and mobile coverage are important for residents, businesses and public services, both now and in the future. 

By making information easier to access, we can help providers better understand opportunities for investment and support improvements to digital connectivity across West Sussex.