Global Witness Land Data
Investigative data on anonymous overseas ownership of UK property, tracking beneficial ownership transparency in real estate.
Data overview
Description, fields, and how we track updates on the provider’s site.
Description
Global Witness Land Data is an investigative platform that exposes anonymous overseas ownership of UK property, playing a critical role in enhancing transparency within the UK real estate market. It highlights the use of anonymous companies to conceal beneficial owners, which can facilitate corruption and money laundering.
The dataset includes detailed records of properties linked to anonymous or offshore owners, tracking beneficial ownership information where available. It covers UK-wide property ownership with a focus on transparency and data quality derived from investigative research and public records.
This data is primarily used by property professionals, compliance officers, regulators, journalists, and researchers to identify hidden ownership structures, support anti-money laundering efforts, and improve transparency in property transactions.
Access to Global Witness Land Data is provided through their website with downloadable reports and datasets. The data is free to access, with no commercial API or subscription model currently offered, making it accessible for public and professional use.
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Key data fields
- Property AddressThe physical location of the property, essential for identifying the asset in question.
- Owner EntityThe name of the company or individual listed as the owner, highlighting anonymous or offshore entities.
- Beneficial OwnerThe ultimate individual(s) controlling or benefiting from the property, critical for transparency.
- Ownership TypeSpecifies if ownership is direct, via offshore companies, or anonymous, indicating risk levels.
Update frequency
Data is updated periodically based on investigative findings and public record releases.
Update history
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How to get access
1. Visit the Global Witness website
Go to https://www.globalwitness.org/en/campaigns/corruption-and-money-laundering/anonymous-company-owners/ to access the data.
2. Navigate to the data or reports section
Locate downloadable datasets or investigative reports related to UK property ownership.
3. Download available datasets or reports
Access the data in provided formats such as CSV or PDF for analysis.
4. Use data for research or compliance
Integrate the data into your workflows for due diligence or investigative purposes.
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