Land Registration: A guide to Compulsory and Voluntary land registration

Land Registration: A guide to Compulsory & Voluntary land registration. Photo of old country cottage surrounded by lush fields and trees

HM Land Registry manages land ownership in England and Wales, with the goal of completing registration by 2030. This concise guide distinguishes between mandatory registration, which is triggered by events such as transfers, mortgages, or deaths and ensures accurate records. Meanwhile, voluntary registration lowers costs and increases process efficiency.