The Open Property Data Association (OPDA) has introduced a formal accreditation programme for its members, marking a significant step in its ongoing campaign to improve the quality, consistency and accessibility of property data in the UK.
Designed as a self-certification initiative, the accreditation signals a member’s alignment with OPDA’s core principles and broader mission. It serves both as a public commitment and an internal benchmark for organisations seeking to enhance how property data is shared and applied across the sector.
Accredited members pledge to uphold open standards, support ethical data practices and collaborate on a shared vision for a more integrated and efficient property ecosystem. In doing so, they aim to unlock the full value of property data not only for industry stakeholders but also for consumers.
Maria Harris, chair at OPDA, said: “By introducing this accreditation, we’re giving organisations a way to demonstrate their leadership in transforming the future of property data. It’s a mark of quality and intent and it’s one more step in our journey to a more open, collaborative industry.”
The accreditation is positioned as an early-stage commitment, with opportunities for progression towards full technical membership. OPDA plans to run a series of webinars and support sessions to help members navigate the application process, understand the assessment criteria and explore what official recognition entails.
The launch of the programme follows a period of sustained momentum for the association, which has been working with industry participants to promote interoperability and a shared data language. The new framework is expected to further that ambition by encouraging consistent standards and strengthening trust in how property data is managed.
Founded to bring greater cohesion to an often fragmented landscape, OPDA has advocated for the adoption of common standards across the industry, seeing data transparency as a vital part of improving property transactions, decision-making and innovation.
The association said the accreditation will evolve over time, responding to developments in technology and regulation, and providing a clear pathway for organisations that wish to demonstrate a robust and responsible approach to property data.
