About our LiDAR dataset
As the State’s custodian of elevation data, we’re making our existing LiDAR data archive (and future acquisitions) available for use by State & local governments and the commercial sector. Our repository comprises of acquisitions since 2017, captured over specific areas of the state in support of various state-based initiatives and at various resolutions.
There are two types of LiDAR – topographic and bathymetric (seabed). The Landgate offerings are topographic only and are available as either Raw or Classified. In some instances, derived DEMs or contours are also available.
Definitions:
- raw – unprocessed point cloud
- classified* – processed to differentiate between ground and non-ground features only
- derived DEM* – 1m postings
- contours* - 0.5m interval.
*where available

Landgate’s raw 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-res DEMs
Coverage
An indicative extent is shown below.
Supply format
LiDAR data is supplier 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 one-time access to the latest version of this dataset in a format that suits you.
Up to 10km2 | 10 to 25km2 | 25 to 100km2 | X >100km2 | |
Raw LiDAR | $110.00 | $88.00 | $66.00 | $49.50 |
Add classification* (per sqkm) | $27.50 | $22.00 | $16.50 | $12.32 |
Add derived DEM* (per sqkm) | $7.70 | $6.05 | $4.73 | $3.52 |
Add derived contours* (per sqkm) | $7.70 | $6.05 | $4.73 | $3.52 |
Price for all outputs* (per sqkm) | $152.90 | $121.10 | $91.96 | $68.86 |
*where available
Where the value-added derivatives (eg DEMs) do not exist over your specific area of interest, a processing charge will apply.
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.