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.
Trusted by leading planning and architecture firms across the UK:
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The Hidden Costs of Fragmented Planning Data
Time Consuming Research
Architects and planners waste hours navigating multiple council websites, outdated PDFs, and disconnected databases.
Missed Opportunities
Critical planning updates and nearby applications go unnoticed until it's too late to respond.
Client Delays
Unable to provide instant answers during calls, leading to prolonged decision-making and lost competitive advantage.
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How Searchland transforms planning workflows
Speed through appraisals and planning reviews; no more bouncing between local authority sites. Searchland compresses weeks into minutes: quick site assessments, 30+ viability screens and data backed off market opportunities.
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
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
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
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
Faster due diligence with integrated property intelligence
Generate instant Biodiversity Net Gain baseline assessments and habitat reports
Access DNO data and grid connection capacity for energy infrastructure projects
View HMO licensing requirements and existing HMO concentrations by ward
Purchase official title reports and land value estimates without leaving the platform
Purpose built solutions for property professionals
For Planners
Boost your chances of getting approval with data-driven insights and comprehensive constraint analysis.
- Analyse approval rates and planning officer decisions by application type and local authority to inform strategy and predict outcomes
- Search digitised local plan policies from hundreds of UK councils instantly, rather than downloading PDFs and searching manually across multiple websites
- Get real-time alerts for nearby planning applications, appeals and policy changes affecting your sites or areas of interest
For Architects
Design with confidence using comprehensive site intelligence and planning precedents.
- Access decades of planning data to strengthen your proposals and demonstrate policy compliance
- Toggle 30+ visual constraint overlays such as conservation areas, listed buildings, TPOs, heritage designations and more
- Generate client-ready site reports with title boundaries, building dimensions and planning history without days of manual research
For Consultants
Fast and accurate site sourcing and due diligence with automated workflows.
- Compare multiple sites simultaneously using bespoke constraint filters, SHLAA allocations, demographics and planning history to identify the best opportunities
- Access off-market opportunities through SHLAA data, call for sites submissions and direct-to-vendor letter campaigns before sites reach public listing
- Deliver comprehensive client reports combining ownership data, market comparables, transport accessibility and constraint mapping in minutes, not days
Comprehensive Planning Data at Your Fingertips
Planning applications & appeals
Planning constraints mapping
Ownership & title data
Local plan policies
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Demographics & transport
Site sourcing tool
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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