FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - OS
What is a 1:10,000 scale rural site location plan?
A 1:10,000 scale rural site location plan is an Ordnance Survey VectorMap Local raster extract that clearly shows fences, field boundaries, roads, buildings, and terrain across larger rural areas. It's ideal for forestry, estate management, and land reporting.
What file formats are available for the 1:10,000 rural site location plan?
The 1:10,000 rural site location plan is available in PDF, TIFF, JPG, PNG, DOCX, or BMP formats. You can choose black & white or full colour based on your requirements.
Which paper sizes are available for the 1:10,000 plan?
The 1:10,000 rural site location plans are available in paper sizes from A4 through A0. All plans include a north arrow, scale bar, OS licence number, and national grid coordinates.
Is the 1:10,000 rural site location plan georeferenced?
No—this product includes national gridlines but is not georeferenced. If you require georeferenced data, please visit our dedicated 10K GeoTIFF Data or Vector Map Local 10K pages.
How quickly will I receive my 1:10,000 rural site location plan?
Digital delivery typically takes about 30 minutes via email, available daily from 7 am to 11 pm. Larger-area orders may require slightly more processing time. If you haven't received your order promptly, please check your spam or junk folder before contacting us.
What's the starting price for a 1:10,000 rural site location plan?
Prices start from £24.22 plus VAT for an A4-sized map. Costs increase depending on the paper size and the ground area coverage selected.
What are the main uses for a 1:10,000 scale rural site location plan?
The 1:10,000 plan is perfect for rural applications such as:
Forestry and estate management
Environmental reporting
Land registry conveyancing
Large-area planning projects
Can I add contour lines to the 1:10,000 plan?
Yes, 5-metre contour lines can be optionally included to clearly display terrain relief.
Is an OS Licence included with my 1:10,000 rural site location plan?
Yes, the OS Licence is provided directly by UK Map Centre through their partnership with Ordnance Survey. The licence number will be clearly shown on your map, so you don't need to obtain your own OS licence. This licence is a basic print/submission licence and not suitable for import into CAD or GIS systems. If you require data for CAD or GIS use, please refer to our dedicated GIS or CAD products linked within the page.
What's the difference between 1:10,000 and other rural scales like 1:5,000 or 1:25,000?
1:5,000 provides greater detail for smaller areas.
1:25,000 is suitable for larger areas, such as forests and estates.
1:10,000 offers balanced detail with broader coverage, making it ideal for many rural planning and management projects.
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