Pioneers in Data Linkage
and Innovation
Improving outcomes for the Western Australian community by putting linked data at the core of decision-making and research
Our Services
We provide a range of services to facilitate access to linked data for approved purposes, including medical research and service evaluation.
Data Collections
We have linked over 150 million records from 50 routinely linked datasets, creating one of the most comprehensive linkage systems in the world.
Accessing Data
Linked data can be requested for ethically approved research, planning, and evaluation projects for the benefit of our community.
Resources
We have a range of resources available to help you understand the linkage process, available datasets, ethical requirements, and our application process.
Data Linkage Strategy
The WA Health Data Linkage Strategy 2022-24, launched by the Honourable Minister Stephen Dawson in May 2023, is a plan to reform, modernise, simplify and improve access to health data, informing research that will ultimately benefit patients and the Western Australian community. See our Roadmap to learn more about Strategic projects and initiatives.
Privacy
We are committed to maintaining privacy, and have developed and deployed multiple privacy protocols to ensure best practice procedures are supported at all stages of data integration and delivery.
Security
The use of personal information requires strict technological and physical security measures.
Ethics
The Department of Health WA Human Research Ethics Committee has responsibility for oversight of the use and disclosure of personal health information.
Contact Us
The Client Services team is here to help with any questions or concerns you might have – get in touch today to see how we can work together to help make your project a reality.
Research Data Related Queries
Non-Research Data Related Queries
Collaborating Institutions
Data Linkage Services WA acknowledges the Whadjuk Nyoongar people as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters around Boorloo/Perth where we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities who live and work on this land.