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

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 8,1% (R8 092,2 million) during January to November 2022 compared with January to November 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (11,6% or R3 229,9 million), non-residential buildings (10,8% or R1 812,6 million) and residential buildings (5,5% or R3 049,6 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 13,8% (R7 511,2 million) during January to November 2022 compared with January to November 2021. Increases were recorded for additions and alterations (19,2% or R2 439,0 million), non-residential buildings (12,5% or R1 509,3 million) and residential buildings (12,1% or R3 562,8 million).