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

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 7,2% (R4 444,7 million) during January to July 2022 compared with January to July 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (11,0% or R1 791,6 million) and residential buildings (8,8% or R2 965,3 million). A decrease was reported for non-residential buildings (-2,6% or -R312,2 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 28,4% (R8 775,2 million) during January to July 2022 compared with January to July 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (58,1% or R3 985,6 million), non-residential buildings (35,0% or R2 408,5 million) and residential buildings (13,9% or R2 381,1 million).