Interactive mapping

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We are currently experiencing some issues with our Interactive Mapping software. We apologise for any inconvenience and we are working to resolve these issues as soon as possible.

The Flintshire Interactive Mapping system presents a range of local authority data 'themes' e.g. high schools, council offices, dentists and point of interest locations. If you are familiar with web-based mapping applications or have used this service before you can start using Interactive Mapping:

• view Interactive Mapping (opening in new window)

For a guide to using Interactive Mapping please select from the following options:

• What is Interactive Mapping?
• What type of information is available?
• Guide to using Interactive Mapping
• Are there any issue with Interactive Mapping?
• Accessibility
• Terms and Conditions

What is Interactive Mapping?

It can be regarded as the computer-based equivalent of a map but an important difference is that it is interactive allowing users to move around the maps and query certain layers of mapped information presented. Interactive Mapping enables you to access Ordnance Survey (OS) and mapped data layers provided by a number of Flintshire County Council service areas. These sets of data are known as themes. 

What type of information is available?

Various themes are available and are categorised under headings such as 'Advice and Benefits' and Business. Examples are:

• Council Offices
• High Schools
• Railway Stations
• Youth Clubs
• Swimming Baths
• Leisure Centres
• Special Schools
• Markets
• Tourist Information

If you feel that the addresses or data represented on Interactive Mapping are wrong or require updating please contact the Local Land and Property Gazetteer Team llpg@flintshire.gov.uk

 

Guide to using Interactive Mapping

 

Address Search

1. Enter the postcode, place name or address and select search. You will be shown a list of results, clicking on a result will update the map identifying your chosen address. 
2. You can view your recently viewed searches by selecting this option
3. Select 'Find My Nearest' to view map information near to the address you have selected. (see fig1)

Map Legend

1. Clicking on a category will show the themes available within it, you can turn a category on or off by selecting the check box.  The map will update depending on your choices. You can identify themes by the symbol associated in the Map Legend. Please note that if you turn on multiple themes, the presentation of the maps may become slower.

 

Map Controls

1. Zoom in or out by using the slider controls. Alternatively you can right-click your mouse when hovering over the map and select zoom in zoom out
2. You can pan left, right, up or down by selecting the arrow buttons. Alternatively you can hover anywhere on the map and left-click your mouse and drag the map in any direction.

Are there any issues with interactive mapping?

Interactive Mapping will work in most web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome. If you have disabled Javascript in your web browser then you will need to enable it. 

Accessibility of maps and GIS mapping

Flintshire County Council is aware of web site accessibility limitations for users with visual impairment or other conditions. The nature of interactive mapping (graphics and colours used) currently means that making this area fully accessible is not possible. However we will work to ensure all information is accessible.

Accessible text-based locational information
Council office locations
Council tax valuation list
Paying the council
Council wards
Schools
Sports, clubs and centres
Libraries
Recycling, rubbish and waste
Car Parks
Tourism and travel
Community centre and facilities

Please raise any accessibility questions, concerns, or suggestions about the Flintshire County Council web site by completing our feedback form