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:
🔹 What is the Land Registry?
HM Land Registry (for England and Wales) maintains a public register of:
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Who owns land or property.
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The extent of that land (boundaries).
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Legal rights and interests (e.g., leases, mortgages, rights of way).
Note: Scotland and Northern Ireland have separate systems:
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Scotland: Registers of Scotland
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Northern Ireland: Land and Property Services
🔍 How to Search the UK Land Registry
You can:
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Search the register online for £3 per document via the official website:
👉 https://www.gov.uk/search-property-information-land-registry
You can find:
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The title register (ownership details)
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The title plan (property boundaries)
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Lease or deed documents (if available)
You’ll need:
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The property address or title number
🧾 Registering Property (Usually Done by Solicitors)
When you buy or inherit property, a solicitor typically:
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Submits a registration application.
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Pays the land registry fee.
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Ensures legal documents are in order.
You can also register unregistered land voluntarily, which may be advisable for legal protection.
🛠️ Common Uses
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Confirming who owns a property.
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Checking if there’s a mortgage or lease on a property.
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Verifying boundary lines or disputes.
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Accessing historical ownership changes.
