HM Land Registry Application Insights for July 2026
The data provided by HM Land Registry for July showcases the volume of applications processed during this timeframe, serving as a useful indicator of activity rather than a comprehensive reflection of market dynamics.
In July, HM Land Registry successfully processed over 2,134,890 applications related to modifications or inquiries concerning the Land Register. The South East region emerged as the leader in terms of regional applications, submitting a total of 481,280 requests.
When comparing figures, July 2026 saw a total of 2,134,898 applications, which marks an increase from the 2,039,832 applications recorded in June 2026 and a slight decline from 2,052,588 applications in July 2025. The breakdown of applications for the month is as follows:
- 402,753 applications were related to register updates, an increase from 350,101 in June.
- 1,167,651 applications sought official copies of the register, up from 1,128,364 in the previous month.
- 228,378 were for search and hold queries (official searches), a slight decrease from 230,202 in June.
- 103,398 transactions for value were processed, an increase from 95,818 in June.
- 21,802 postal applications from non-account holders were submitted, compared to 21,813 in the previous month.
Regional Breakdown of Applications
An analysis of applications by region reveals interesting trends in July 2026:
| Region/Country | May Applications | June Applications | July Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| South East | 402,297 | 458,065 | 481,280 |
| Greater London | 324,568 | 371,537 | 381,481 |
| North West | 205,628 | 234,127 | 250,583 |
| South West | 174,241 | 197,527 | 204,950 |
| West Midlands | 160,887 | 175,846 | 185,716 |
| Yorkshire and the Humber | 142,280 | 166,968 | 173,793 |
| East Midlands | 133,039 | 155,128 | 162,294 |
| North | 89,983 | 103,498 | 105,919 |
| East Anglia | 75,146 | 84,116 | 91,121 |
| Isles of Scilly | 71 | 53 | 44 |
| Wales | 81,354 | 92,834 | 97,596 |
| England and Wales (not assigned) | 150 | 133 | 121 |
The total applications for the month of July amounted to 2,134,898, up from 2,039,832 in June and 1,789,644 in May.
Leading Local Authorities and Customers
July’s data highlights the most active local authority areas:
- Birmingham: 32,924 applications
- City of Westminster: 25,826 applications
- Leeds: 24,479 applications
- North Yorkshire: 23,841 applications
- Buckinghamshire: 22,437 applications
In terms of customer activity, the top five contributors for July 2026 were:
- Infotrack Limited: 238,612 applications
- Orbital Witness Limited: 50,542 applications
- HBOS Plc Bank: 43,848 applications
- Enact: 39,755 applications
- O’Neill Patient: 38,763 applications
Upcoming Data Publication Schedule
Transaction data is released on the 15th working day of each month. The next set of data for August 2026 is scheduled for publication at 11am on Monday, 21st September 2026. This consistent release schedule provides ongoing insights into the property market and related activities.