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

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 1,2% (R563,7 million) during January to May 2022 compared with January to May 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (6,2% or R709,1 million) and residential buildings (2,2% or R550,6 million). A decrease was reported for non-residential buildings (-7,8% or -R696,0 million).

                                                                                                

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 40,5% (R8 497,7 million) during January to May 2022 compared with January to May 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (98,3% or R4 389,3 million), non-residential buildings (48,0% or R2 200,1 million) and residential buildings (16,0% or R1 908,3 million).