Loci as a Platform
A smarter way to connect with your community
Loci isn’t just an app, it’s a shared platform built for councils who want a better way to communicate, engage and support the people they serve.
Instead of each council developing and maintaining their own digital tools, Loci offers one flexible, ever-improving platform that’s ready to use, easy to scale and designed with both councils and communities in mind.
Why a shared platform makes sense
Councils up and down the country face the same challenges:
Hard-to-reach residents
Ageing or disconnected systems
Rising costs with fewer resources
Pressure to do more online, with less
In response, many councils have commissioned their own websites, portals or apps, but the reality is this approach is expensive, time-consuming, and often unsustainable.
Loci offers a better alternative. As a national platform accessible by all councils, residents and communities across the UK, it brings big benefits without the big costs.
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How Loci helps councils do more, for less
Building a digital platform from scratch typically costs £100,000–£250,000, with a further £15,000–£35,000 per year in updates, hosting and support, per council.
With Loci, the core community offering and access to all is free, and advanced feature costs are shared, so every council gets access to a high-quality platform at a fraction of the price.
You don’t need a dedicated tech team to keep Loci running. We handle hosting, updates, security and performance, so your team can focus on local priorities.
Rather than spread communication across websites, social media, surveys and leaflets, Loci brings everything together. Residents know where to look. Councils know where to reach them.
People don’t see your internal systems, they just want things to work. Loci gives them a consistent, familiar way to stay informed, take part and feel heard, wherever they are.
When we improve Loci for one council, everyone benefits. Whether it’s new features, better analytics or added tools, updates are shared across the platform, not paid for multiple times.
Designed for today, built for what’s next
Instead of managing multiple tools across websites, apps, surveys and consultation platforms, Loci brings everything into one trusted space, enabling:
Flexibility with local control
Loci is national, but never one-size-fits-all. Councils keep their local identity, shape their own content, and choose the features that matter most to their communities.
Whether you’re a district sharing local events, or a county managing statutory notices and consultations, Loci adapts to fit your needs, now and in future.
Loci in your corner
Partnering with Loci means joining a growing network of councils committed to better local life. It means less duplication, better tools, and a more joined-up approach to community engagement.
Above all, it means more time, more trust, and more value, for councils and the people they serve.
The Loci app is built to help people feel more connected to their local area, and to make it easier for councils to keep residents informed, involved and supported.
It’s simple to use, free to access, and designed to bring councils, communities and local organisations together in one shared space.
What the app does
For residents
A clear, trusted way to stay up to date and take part in local life.
Local updates
See what’s happening in your area; news, alerts, and council updates, all in one feed.
Events near you
Discover local events by date, location or category, and get reminders for the ones you care about.
Take part in decisions
Share your views through polls and surveys. Follow up on outcomes.
Push notifications
Get notified about new posts, deadlines or events, based on what matters to you.
For councils
A ready-made toolkit for better local engagement, no custom build required.
Publish once, reach many
Share updates, notices, events and polls with your local audience in just a few clicks.
Targeted communication
Send alerts by geography, topic or demographic; no guesswork, no overreach.
Statutory notices made simpler
Share legal announcements where people will actually see them, with audit trails built in.
Feedback without friction
Collect insights through in-app polls and surveys; fast, visible, and measurable.
Why it matters
For residents
Loci gives people one place to see what’s going on, speak up, and feel part of the area they live in.
For councils
It’s a practical way to reach people where they are, reduce noise, and build long-term trust, without the cost and effort of building your own tools.
