Key findings: P5041.1 - Selected building statistics of the private sector as reported by local government institutions, January 2026

The value of building plans passed (at current prices) increased by 0,2% (R11,2 million) in January 2026 compared with January 2025. An increase was reported for non-residential buildings (R334,5 million). Decreases were reported for additions and alterations (-R289,8 million) and residential buildings (-R33,5 million).

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) decreased by 30,7% (-R898,0 million) in January 2026 compared with January 2025. Decreases were reported for non-residential buildings (-R872,5 million) and residential buildings (-R116,8 million). An increase was reported for additions and alterations (R91,2 million).