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What information will I get from an Address Search?

This search returns a browse list (show me) with up to 500 properties that match your search criteria, arranged alphabetically in ascending order.
The browse list includes the following details where available:

  • Property Address
  • RPD & Zoning Info*
  • Title Status
  • Owner/s Name
  • Owner/s Address

*RPD & Zoning Info may or may not contain Parish information, depending on whether the land parcel is existing or a new parcel.

What information should I enter as search criteria?

Please take care to enter correct and clear information to ensure that you receive the best possible result for your search. Entering multiple search criteria will reduce search time and produce concise results. Wildcards can be used in any field to extend your search parameters. Click on the 'Select' links to view a list of all valid entries for the Street Type or Suburb fields.

Can I enter information without using the 'Select' codes?

You can enter information into any of the fields without using the Select codes but caution is advised.

For example, entering a complete word in the Street Type field (such as 'street' instead of 'st') will generate an error.

Why do some Towns or Suburbs have more than one code?

When a town or suburb is listed a second time followed by an (R), it is referred to as Rural Road Addressing. Property addresses in rural and remote areas are assigned a town or suburb code based on proximity.

Does QVAS use common abbreviations for place names?

Common abbreviations for place names should be considered when selecting from Select Suburbs. Use a wildcard to search on the part of the name that can not be abbreviated. eg. '%Morgan' rather than 'Mount%' or 'Mt%'.

As a general rule, place names will be recorded in full under the Property Address (eg 'Mount Morgan') but abbreviations may appear under the Owner/s Address (eg MT Morgan').

How do I search on a Street Name that has non alphabetical characters?

The only non alphabetical character that can be used in a Street Name field is a hyphen. To search on names that include other characters such as apostrophes, enter the name with a wildcard in place of the character. eg. O'brien becomes O%brien.

How do I find unusual addresses?

To search for a corner address, enter one Street Name and a wildcard leaving the Street Type field blank. If no results are found, the property may be listed under the other street name and the search should be performed again. Street Names that include an extra description after the Street Type (eg Long Street East) can be found by entering the first part of the Street name and a wildcard (eg Long%) leaving the Street Type field blank.

How can I use the Street Number field to maximize my results?

Entering a single number in both fields will search for properties with that exact street number. This option is most useful when searching for a particular address. Entering a number in the first field only will search on properties with a street number above the one entered. Entering numbers in the 'To' and 'From' fields will search for all properties with street numbers between and inclusive of the numbers entered. This option is particularly useful when searching very long streets. The results will include all odd and even numbered addresses within the specified range, that is, properties on both sides of the street.

Can I do a Sales or Property Report from the Address browse screen?

The only additional search available from an Address browse list is a Title Search.