Land registry UK

   

 

 

The UK Land Registry is a government body responsible for recording the ownership of land and property in England and Wales. Here's a breakdown of what you might need to know:

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🔹 What is the Land Registry?

HM Land Registry (for England and Wales) maintains a public register of:

• Who owns land or property.

• The extent of that land (boundaries).

• Legal rights and interests (e.g., leases, mortgages, rights of way).

Note: Scotland and Northern Ireland have separate systems:

• Scotland: Registers of Scotland

• Northern Ireland: Land and Property Services

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🔍 How to Search the UK Land Registry

You can:

1. Search the register online for £3 per document via the official website:
   👉 https://www.gov.uk/search-property-information-land-registry

You can find:

• The title register (ownership details)

• The title plan (property boundaries)

• Lease or deed documents (if available)

You’ll need:

• The property address or title number

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🧾 Registering Property (Usually Done by Solicitors)

When you buy or inherit property, a solicitor typically:

• Submits a registration application.

• Pays the land registry fee.

• Ensures legal documents are in order.

You can also register unregistered land voluntarily, which may be advisable for legal protection.

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🛠️ Common Uses

• Confirming who owns a property.

• Checking if there’s a mortgage or lease on a property.

• Verifying boundary lines or disputes.

• Accessing historical ownership changes.