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Used by top planning firms across the UK

How planners & architects are winning more projects

Helping planners, architects and consultancies by cutting site research time from days to minutes. Faster, more informed decisions with live planning data, real-time alerts and instant site analysis tools.

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How Searchland transforms planning workflows

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Comprehensive site assessments in minutes

  • - View planning applications and appeals across England, Wales and Scotland

    - Track application status changes with automated alerts

    - Analyse approval rates and timelines by local authority and development type

  • Learn more [link to planning application feature page]

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Identify viable sites with 30+ constraint layers

  • - Overlay 30+ constraint layers, including flood risk, green belt, conservation areas and SSSIs

    - Filter sites by planning restrictions to eliminate non-viable opportunities early

    - Access local plan policies and settlement boundaries for strategic land assessment

    - View SHLAA sites and call for sites submissions for emerging opportunities

  • Learn more [links to planning constraints feature page]

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Source off-market opportunities at scale

  • - Search tens of thousands of UK land parcels by size, location, constraints and planning history

    - Access ownership data, title boundaries and company information instantly

    - Launch targeted direct-to-vendor letter campaigns to secure sites before public listing

  • Learn more [links to strategic land feature page]

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Strengthen proposals with market intelligence and site data

  • - Access live residential and commercial comparables from Rightmove and others

    - Analyse local demographics including age, income, household composition and employment

    - View transport accessibility with PTAL ratings, traffic counts and footfall data

    - Access nearby amenities including schools, retail, healthcare and leisure facilities

  • Learn more [link to residential comparables, demographics and traddic pages]

Planning data update frequency
Planning History Coverage
Ownership Data Access
Number of Data Sources
BNG tools
Company ownership
'Search for text' in planning documents
Energy & DNO (connected to planning applications)
Advanced Land comparables
Local Plan Policy Maps
OS Map exports
5-year housing land supply positions
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Every 24hr hours
30+ years
Instant
1000+
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Traditional methods
Weeks or months
Limited
Days via Land Registry
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Weekly
10-15 years
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Frequently asked questions

How often is the planning data updated on Searchland?

Planning application data is updated every 24 hours from all UK local authorities. This ensures you always have access to the latest submissions, decisions and appeals without manually checking council websites.

Which UK regions does Searchland cover?

Searchland covers all of England, Wales and Scotland. We aggregate data from hundreds of local planning authorities, providing comprehensive national coverage for site sourcing and planning research.

Can I access historical planning applications?

Yes. Searchland provides access to 30 years of planning application history, including decisions, appeals, officer reports and supporting documents. This helps you understand site context and find precedents for your proposals.

How does Searchland integrate with my existing workflow?

Searchland works alongside your current processes. You can export site reports, planning data and constraint maps in multiple formats. The platform is broswer-based, so there's no software to install, and you can access it from desktop or mobile devices.

What data sources does Searchland use?

We aggregate data from trusted official sources including HM Land Registry, Environment Agency, Historic England, Natural England, Census, Ordnance Survey, Rightmove and hundreds of UK local planning authorities. All data is verified and updated regularly.

Is training provided for new users?

Yes. Every new user receives personalised onboarding with our customer success team. We also provide video tutorials, live webinars, guides and ongoing support via email, phone or in-person sessions to ensure your team gets maximum value from the platform.

Can multiple team members access the platform?

Yes. Searchland supports multi-user accounts, allowing your entire team to collaborate. Each user can save searches, create projects and share site portfolios, making it easy to work together on development opportunities.

How accurate is the ownership data?

Ownership data comes directly from HM Land Registry and is updated regularly. While we provide the most current data available, we recommend verifying ownership details through official title reports before making contact or commitments.

Can I export data and reports for clients?

Yes. You can export planning applications, constraint maps, site reports and market data in PDF, CSV and other formats. This makes it easy to include Searchland insights in client presentations and feasibility reports.

What makes Searchland different from other planning tools?

Searchland consolidates 50+ data sources into one platform, whereas most tools require multiple subscriptions. We update data daily, cover all UK regions including Scotland, and provide dedicated customer support. Our users consistently highlight the intuitive interface and time saved compared to manual research or other platforms.

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