What you need to begin a search
If you want to search for the ownership details of Western Australian properties using only a person’s name, it is important to note that Landgate applies specific legal requirements to your situation.
You can conduct a current ownership name search in one of two ways:
- Online: via Land Enquiry Services. To do this, you will need to have a MyLandgate account, with ‘Billing Account’ status, and log in to order the search online. (Note: this is not the same as ‘Registered Account’ status. If you have this, you will need to order in person.)
- In person: at our Midland or Perth offices. You will need to order the search here, and complete the 100-points of ID form required as part of the Name Suppression guidelines.
You can download a Name suppression application pack here.
The report gives you:
- a list of all properties that currently contain the name searched as a proprietor which shows:
- the parcel identifier
- address
- date of execution for the document that added the name.
Download a Sample current ownership name report here.
What if I have property details other than a name?
If you have any other information to identify the location of the properties you wish to search for, such as full street address, parcel identifier or Certificate of Title volume and folio number, then it is not necessary to complete the 100-point ID verification or attend our offices in person.
You will be able to use these details to purchase copies online of the individual Certificates of Title via our Land Enquiry Services (LES) site. The Certificate of Title will then enable you to view more details about a property, including the current ownership details.
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Frequently asked questions
There is no charge to search using a person’s name and view a list of Certificate of Title reference numbers for lands they may hold. You can then choose to purchase copies of the individual certificates of title to view more details about the property.
Landgate can supply a report to indicate that there are no current properties owned with the name specified.
The land title register doesn’t hold information like date of births, or phone numbers against proprietor details so there is no way for a report to show the difference between two people with the same name. The report will provide all properties for all people with that name. If required, you can purchase supporting documents such as Transfers to identify co-owners and review signatures to help you identify individual owners.
This information does not form part of the Public Register. It can be made available to certain government agencies such as law enforcement upon formal request only.
Landgate follows the Name Suppression guidelines. You can download a Name suppression application pack that outlines eligibility, process, and covers frequently asked questions.
Where can I go for more help or advice?
If you need help in accessing a report or understanding a document ,you can speak to Customer Service on +61 (0)8 9273 7373 or email customerservice@landgate.wa.gov.au