Organisation Reference Data (postcode data only)
In line with the modernisation of Organisation Reference Data distribution channels and formats, the content in releases of this item has changed. Releases from October 2025 are quarterly, and only contain postcode data.
Reference data for organisations and their sites across health and care are available via the ODS Data Search and Export (DSE) tool. This tool lets you build and save advanced searches, and provides predefined reports that replicate the CSV files included in previous releases of this item, covering practitioner, organisation and site data.
DSE includes an API endpoint that supports automated downloads of predefined reports in bundles. You can use this tool as an alternative to a TRUD item subscription, except for postcode data – which ODS are looking to include in a future version of DSE. For details, see the help and guidance available on the DSE pages.
Refer to the ODS Reference Data Catalogue for data definitions and report specifications.
Archived data is not currently available via DSE, but can still be obtained via the ODS website - see the Organisation Data Service: ODS archived or deleted records page.
Default codes are published on the ODS website: CSV downloads › Miscellaneous
Contact ODS if you have questions: ssd.nationalservicedesk@nhs.net or 0300 303 5035.
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