Key findings: P5041.1 - Selected building statistics of the private sector as reported by local government institutions, April 2022

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 3,9% (R1 371,4 million) during January to April 2022 compared with January to April 2021. Increases were recorded for residential buildings (10,0% or R1 847,1 million) and additions and alterations (5,5% or R490,3 million). A decrease was reported for non-residential buildings (-12,6% or ‑R966,0 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 38,9% (R6 369,9 million) during January to April 2022 compared with January to April 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (77,1% or R2 797,8 million), non-residential buildings (62,1% or R2 118,9 million) and residential buildings (15,6% or R1 453,2 million).