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LiDAR data

LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) uses light in the form of a pulsed laser (typically from an aircraft) to measure 'ranges', thereby enabling the accurate calculation of distances and elevations in a 3D environment.

About our LiDAR dataset

Landgate’s LiDAR repository comprises of acquisitions since 2017, captured over specific areas of the state in support of various state-based initiatives.

Because these data acquisitions are made on behalf of other state government agencies, specifications such as feature classifications and point cloud densities will vary from project to project.

Landgate’s repository consists of topographic LiDAR only. (ie. Landgate does not hold any bathymetric LiDAR).

In some instances, derived Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) or contours may also be available. 

Landgate’s LiDAR data can be used in:

  • Land management (rehabilitation, benchmarking, erosion) 
  • Hazard management (landslides, earthquakes, floods, fires) 
  • Examining both natural and manmade environments 
  • Forestry (deforestation) and agriculture management 
  • Mining 
  • Creating digital twins 
  • Asset management (eg infrastructure corridor) 
  • Creating hi-resolution DEMs 

Coverage

An indicative extent is shown below. 

View LiDAR coverage

An alternate interactive coverage index is available in Locate.

How to find index in locate

The LiDAR index is also available as either a webservice or Data Download from DataWA.

Supply format

LiDAR data is supplied in LAS (LASer) format.  It is an open, binary format and regarded as the industry standard.

Data dictionary

How to access our integrated LiDAR data

Access options

1. Once-off data request

Request a one-time extract of the latest version of this dataset in a format that suits you.

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Need help?

You can contact our Business Solutions team on +61 (0)9273 7683 or email BusinessSolutions@landgate.wa.gov.au for more information on our data and SLIP subscription services.