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

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 8,0% (R6 440,9 million) during January to September 2022 compared with January to September 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (15,4% or R3 334,6 million), non-residential buildings (8,0% or R1 124,5 million) and residential buildings (4,4% or R1 981,8 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 20,5% (R8 641,8 million) during January to September 2022 compared with January to September 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (29,3% or R2 985,0 million), non-residential buildings (25,9% or R2 396,9 million) and residential buildings (14,4% or R3 260,0 million).