AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
MSSA bacteraemia counts and rates of community-onset, by Sub ICB Location (SICBL) and month

Laboratory-confirmed cases of Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia detected by blood culture confirmed resistant to any of: * Meticillin * Oxacillin * Cefoxitin * Flucloxacillin ## Rationale In January 2011 the enhanced patient-level mandatory surveillance scheme was extended to include meticillin susceptible S. aureus (MSSA) bacteraemia due to both the high national total of MSSA bacteraemias, and the observation that the strides in reducing MRSA bacteraemias had not also been seen among MSSA. It was noted that at a more local level, some organisations had reported reductions in MSSA bacteraemias and including MSSA bacteraemia in the enhanced surveillance scheme may provide details on how these reductions had been achieved, in order to replicate them elsewhere. A low value is indicative of a low count of MSSA. ## Definition of numerator All cases of MSSA meeting the 'Definition' section above occurring for the past 11 months are summed with the current month to give a rolling 12-month total. For the calculation of rates, the past 11 months are summed with the current month and the denominator is the sum of the bed-days (for trusts) or population (for SICBLs) for the current month and preceding 11 months. The rate for a month is then calculated by dividing the numerator by the denominator and multiplying by 100,000 to give a manageable value. ## Definition of denominator Denominator values are calculated as an annual rolling sum. For any given month, the denominator includes the value for the defined geography in the given month and the 11 preceding months. ## Caveats These data do not provide a basis for decisions on the clinical effectiveness of infection control interventions in individual Trusts: further investigations considering potential confounders would need to be undertaken before this could be done. Nor do these data provide a basis for comparisons between acute Trust or SICBLs. Rate information, using rate calculations as currently defined, is not appropriate for comparison. The counts of infections have not been adjusted to give a standardised rate considering factors such as organisational demographics or case mix. Rate information is of use for comparison of an individual organisation over time. ‘All reported cases’ refers to all MSSA-positive blood cultures reported by the Trust whose laboratory processes the specimen. It is important to note that this does not necessarily imply that the infection was acquired there. Cases that the UKHSA's HCAI Data Capture System attributes to a commissioning hub (such as the national commissioning hub, 13Q, or one of the regional Health & Justice commissioning hubs) are not featured in sub ICB Location dashboards but they do still contribute to the highest spatial level—the England national total. This means the England case total may be slightly higher than the sum of all sub ICB Location cases.
Number of premises licensed to sell alcohol per square kilometre - WMCA

Number of premises licences and club premises certificates permitted to sell or supply alcohol per square kilometre. ## Rationale Local authorities have a demand for better local information on the supply and demand for alcohol in their areas so that this information can be seen alongside alcohol harms. Licensing is one of the few areas where local areas have the power to act to reduce alcohol availability. By including this data in LAPE, LAs can compare the number and density of licensed premises in their area with similar areas and with areas experiencing similar harms. ## Definition of numerator Number of premises licences and club premises certificates permitted to sell or supply alcohol on-trade and/or off-trade. Annual administrative returns from local authorities are published as National Statistics by the Home Office. They are based on administrative data returns from LAs. Where LAs provide missing or incomplete data, values are imputed to estimate a complete England total. However, imputed estimates are not published by LA. ## Definition of denominator The total land area of the local authority converted from hectares to kilometres squared. ## Caveats A premises may have a licence to sell alcohol but not actually sell alcohol. A premises may have ceased trading since a licence was granted but not yet been removed from LA records. For a small number of LAs, there are missing or incomplete data and hence we would be unable to provide a value for those areas. Correspondingly, the England value is based on local authorities with a known number of licensed premises only.
Theft from the person (per 1,000 population) - WMCA

This category shows police-recorded crimes where the offender has stolen property that was in the physical possession of the victim and there was some degree of force towards the property but not the victim (e.g., grabbing a handbag). This data is based on a rolling calendar quarter covering 12 months. Data is [Powered by LG Inform Plus] and automatically checked for new data on the 3rd of each month.
Temporary accommodation count by Ethnicity

This dataset shows the ethnicity of the lead applicant of the household currently in temporary accommodation to avoid homelessness according to the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. The data includes both broad and detailed ethnicity. In England, local authorities have a statutory duty to prevent homelessness under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This duty requires them to take reasonable steps to help individuals who are threatened with homelessness within 56 days to secure that accommodation does not cease to be available for their occupation. Small number suppression has been applied to those detailed ethnicities which are less than 10. All those individuals will be listed as a group called Data disclosure protection.
Homeless presentation by Ethnicity and year

This dataset shows the number of persons who have approached Birmingham City Council and presented as homeless or threatened with homelessness. Data is broken down by year and ethnicity. In England, local authorities have a statutory duty to prevent homelessness under the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. This duty requires them to take reasonable steps to help individuals who are threatened with homelessness within 56 days to secure that accommodation does not cease to be available for their occupation. Small number suppression has been applied to those detailed ethnicities which are less than 10. All those individuals will be listed as a group called Data disclosure protection.
Housing register by Ethnicity and year

The housing register shows the waiting list for social housing broken down by ethnicity and year. To join a housing register you must have a housing need. This means that your current accommodation is not suitable for you or a family member of your household. The data shows how many joined the register each year via submission of an application. It does not portray those who are no longer active on the register. Small number suppression has been applied to those detailed ethnicities which are less than 10. All those individuals will be listed as a group called Data disclosure protection.
Fuel Finder Petrol and Diesel Prices - WMCA

Live retail fuel prices and forecourt details for petrol stations across Birmingham and the wider UK, sourced from the national [Fuel Finder] service operated by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The dataset covers four fuel types: E5 (premium unleaded petrol), E10 (standard unleaded petrol), B7S (standard diesel) and B7P (premium diesel), along with forecourt information including address, operator, brand, site amenities, opening hours, and the timestamp of the most recent price update. The fuel type codes reflect the blends on sale at UK forecourts. E10 is the standard unleaded petrol sold at most pumps, blended with up to 10% ethanol; it has been the UK default since 2021. E5 is the higher-grade unleaded (often labelled Super Unleaded), blended with no more than 5% ethanol and suitable for older vehicles or those requiring a higher octane rating. B7S is standard diesel, blended with up to 7% biodiesel, and is the fuel sold at the vast majority of diesel pumps. B7P is premium diesel, also within the B7 biodiesel blend limit but formulated with additional cleaning and performance additives. Fuel Finder is a mandatory reporting scheme: motor fuel traders are required to submit price updates within 30 minutes of any change at the forecourt. This means the data is near real-time and reflects the live retail landscape rather than periodic survey snapshots. The data has been collected via the Fuel Finder API and is refreshed automatically twice a day at 10:15am and 04:15pm to keep the Observatory version as current as possible. It can be used to monitor local fuel price trends, compare prices across Birmingham neighbourhoods and surrounding areas, and support cost-of-living analysis relevant to residents, businesses, and local transport planning. The data covers the West Midlands Combine Authority and has been enriched from the source with Local Authority and Ward information. The underlying national dataset is published under the [Open Government Licence v3.0]. For the full national coverage and API access, visit the [Fuel Finder collection on GOV.UK].
Procurement contract register

This dataset shows the current Birmingham City Council contracts register. The Local Government Transparency Code 2015 was established to ensure greater openness and accountability in the workings of local authorities. As part of Birmingham City Council’s commitment to this code, we provide public access to our contract register, detailing all contracts awarded to external providers. This dataset includes: * Contract titles and descriptions * Supplier names and details * Contract values and start/end dates * The council department responsible for managing the contract By making this information available, Birmingham City Council aims to enhance transparency around public spending, encourage healthy competition, and ensure that services delivered to residents represent good value for money. The dataset is an essential resource for residents, businesses, and stakeholders interested in understanding how public funds are allocated and used across the city. This initiative is part of our wider effort to ensure that Birmingham’s governance remains transparent, efficient, and open to public scrutiny. ## Payment Terms Glossary ────────────────────┬─────────────────────────────────────────────────── Payment Terms │Definition ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 7 │within 7 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 14 │within 14 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 19 │within 19 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 21 │within 21 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 25 │within 25 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 28 │within 28 days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── 14B │Within 14 days 0.5%, net 28days ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── ST │Standard terms ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── IP │Immediate Payment ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── Annually │Yearly payment ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── Quarterly │Payment made every 3 months ────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────────────────────── Quarterly in arrears│Payments are made at the end of each 3 month period ────────────────────┴─────────────────────────────────────────────────── ⚠️ Important Note This dataset is part of an ongoing update to improve accuracy and consistency. Some records may contain incomplete or unverified information while data cleaning is in progress.
Current housing register by Ethnicity

Shows the current housing register for those waiting for social housing by ethnicity. To join a housing register you must have a housing need. This means that your current accommodation is not suitable for you or a family member of your household. The data shows how many joined the register each year via submission of an application. It does not portray those who are no longer active on the register. Small number suppression has been applied to those detailed ethnicities which are less than 10. All those individuals will be listed as a group called Data disclosure protection.
Licensing Public Register

This dataset brings together Birmingham’s Premises Licences and Club Premises Certificates to show where licensable activities are permitted across the city. It supports transparency and helps partners make evidence based decisions. ## What the dataset covers It includes venues authorised for activities such as alcohol sales, late night refreshment and regulated entertainment, covering: * Premises Licences * Club Premises Certificates Not included: Temporary Event Notices, due to incomplete and short lived records, and Personal Licences, as they contribute little usable insight. ℹ️ Note A licence shows what a venue is allowed to do, not what it currently does. Some premises still hold broad permissions, for example supermarkets with historic 24 hour licences, even when they no longer trade to that extent, so the dataset reflects potential activity rather than actual operation.
Gambling Act 2005 Public Register

This dataset contains details of gambling premises licences issued by Birmingham City Council under the [Gambling Act 2005]. It forms part of Birmingham's Gambling Act 2005 Public Register and lists all premises currently or previously licensed to provide gambling facilities within the city, including their licence status, licence holder details, and premises address. Under the [Gambling Act 2005], licensing authorities such as Birmingham City Council are responsible for issuing premises licences that authorise the use of specific locations for gambling activities. The three categories of gambling activity covered are gaming, betting, and participating in a lottery. Premises licence types represented in this dataset may include adult gaming centres, betting shops, bingo halls, casinos, and family entertainment centres. The dataset includes the licence number, nature of building, licence type and description, application type, grant, issue and expiry dates, and current licence status. Where applicable, details of the trading name, premises address and postcode, and licence holder (either a named individual or registered company) are also included. Licence status values may include active, revoked, surrendered, or lapsed. Operator and personal licences are not issued by the Council and are not included in this dataset. These are the responsibility of the national regulator, the [Gambling Commission], which also monitors compliance, investigates illegal gambling, and maintains a [national register of licensed premises]. For further information about gambling licensing in Birmingham, visit the [Birmingham City Council Gambling Act 2005 Public Register] page or contact the licensing team at [licensing@birmingham.gov.uk].
West Midlands Police - Crime

Contains a record of all crime and anti social incidents from data.police.uk for the West Midlands Police at LSOA level and reported by street for Birmingham, Solihull and Coventry. Data comes from a mixture of crime management systems and command and control systems. Data has been enriched by the City Observatory to include additional location data including; * Ward * Constituency (2024) * Local authority For full details about quality, anonymisation, collection see [https://data.police.uk/about/] .
West Midlands Police - Stop and Search

West Midlands Police stop and search data from data.police.uk provides an in-depth view of how, when, and why stop-and-search actions occur across Birmingham, Solihull and Coventry. Data is updated monthly and anonymized to show approximate locations and includes various details: the reason for the stop (know as the object of search), the law under which is was conducted, demographic information such as age and ethnicity as well as gender. Also recorded is the outcome of the search. Data has been enriched by the City Observatory to include additional location data including; * Ward * Constituency (2024) * Local authority For full details about quality, anonymisation, collection see [https://data.police.uk/about/] .
Purchase Card Transactions

Under the Code of Recommended Practice for Local Authorities on Data Transparency, councils are encouraged to publish all corporate purchase card transactions. This dataset contains all of Birmingham City Councils[ relevant expenditure of more than £500 within our Payments to Suppliers], and will continue to do so. However, in the spirit of the Code, the Council started publishing all purchase card transactions, regardless of value. The information will be published monthly. As with our payments to suppliers, we aim to be as transparent as we can, but in some cases we will need to respect information that could be seen as commercially sensitive or where the payment relates to vulnerable young people or adults. In these cases information is withheld as it is personal data. For further information about personal data, please see [https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/foi]. If you require further information about any of the payments, please contact [foi.mailbox@birmingham.gov.uk] setting out the details of the payment and what additional information you require. Such request will be handled under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, and the Council aims to be able to provide a response to your query within 20 working days. Data shown is from April 2021 onwards due to the data from pervious periods missing elements. Directorates may appear multiple times with different naming due to internal changes. Transaction Tax Description Abbreviations: ────────────┬────────────────────────────────────────────── Abbreviation│Explanation ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VR │Standard Rate VAT Expenditure (20%) ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VC │VAT Requiring Authenticated VAT Receipt (20%) ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VZ │Zero Rate VAT Expenditure (0%) ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VL │Low Rate VAT Expenditure (5%) ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VF │Reduce VAT Rate (12.5%) ────────────┼────────────────────────────────────────────── VE │Exempt from VAT Expenditure ────────────┴──────────────────────────────────────────────
Number of people on Universal Credit - WMCA MSOA (2021)

This is the number of people claiming Universal Credit. This total includes both claimants who are not in employment and those eligible who are in employment. Important: The number of Universal Credit claimants includes those who have started Universal Credit (completed the Universal Credit claim process and accepted their Claimant Commitment) and have not had a closure of their claim recorded for this spell, up to the 'count date' (second Thursday in each month). A claim may be closed at the request of the individual or if entitlement ends, for example, if financial conditions are no longer met (e.g., capital over £16,000). Note: Figures for the latest month are provisional and will be finalised in the next release. The expectation is that the overall provisional figure will be within two per cent of the final figure. Figures represent the current Jobcentre Plus office that the claimant is attending. People may have started their claim in one office and moved to another. Universal Credit was first introduced in 2013 as a single monthly payment and has been rolled out over several years. It replaces the following benefits and tax credits: * Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) * Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) * Child Tax Credit * Working Tax Credit * Housing Benefit * Income Support Statistical disclosure control has been applied with Stat-Xplore, guarding against the identification of an individual claimant. Data is [Powered by LG Inform Plus] and automatically checked for new data on the 4th of each month.
Number of people on Universal Credit - WMCA Wards (2025)

This is the number of people claiming Universal Credit. This total includes both claimants who are not in employment and those eligible who are in employment. Important: The number of Universal Credit claimants includes those who have started Universal Credit (completed the Universal Credit claim process and accepted their Claimant Commitment) and have not had a closure of their claim recorded for this spell, up to the 'count date' (second Thursday in each month). A claim may be closed at the request of the individual or if entitlement ends, for example, if financial conditions are no longer met (e.g., capital over £16,000). Note: Figures for the latest month are provisional and will be finalised in the next release. The expectation is that the overall provisional figure will be within two per cent of the final figure. Figures represent the current Jobcentre Plus office that the claimant is attending. People may have started their claim in one office and moved to another. Universal Credit was first introduced in 2013 as a single monthly payment and has been rolled out over several years. It replaces the following benefits and tax credits: * Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) * Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) * Child Tax Credit * Working Tax Credit * Housing Benefit * Income Support Statistical disclosure control has been applied with Stat-Xplore, guarding against the identification of an individual claimant. Data is [Powered by LG Inform Plus] and automatically checked for new data on the 4th of each month.
Median house price - WMCA MSOA (2021)

This is the median house price for residential property sales (all dwellings sold and registered) in a given period of four consecutive quarters, in the area. They are calculated using open data from the HM Land Registry (LR), a source of comprehensive record-level administrative data on property transactions. They are updated twice a year, in spring and autumn. The LR Price Paid data are comprehensive in that they capture changes of ownership for individual residential properties which have sold for full market value and cover both cash sales and those involving a mortgage. The median is the value determined by putting all the house sales for a given year, area and type in order of price and then selecting the price of the house sale which falls in the middle. Note that a transaction occurs when a change of freeholder or leaseholder takes place regardless of the amount of money involved, and a property can transact more than once in the time period. The LR records the actual price for which the property changed hands. This will usually be an accurate reflection of the market value for the individual property, but it is not always the case. In order to generate statistics that more accurately reflect market values, the LR has excluded records of houses that were not sold at market value from the dataset. The remaining data are considered a good reflection of market values at the time of the transaction. The LR Price Paid data are not adjusted to reflect the mix of houses in a given area. Fluctuations in the types of house that are sold in that area can cause differences between the median transactional value of houses and the overall market value of houses. Therefore these statistics differ from the new UK House Price Index (HPI) which reports mix-adjusted average house prices and house price indices. If, for a given year, house type and area there were fewer than 5 sales records in the LR Price Paid data, the house price statistics are not reported. Data is [Powered by LG Inform Plus] and automatically checked for new data on the 4th of each month and shows MSOAs (Middle Layer Super Output Areas) at the 2021 Census Geography.