Key findings: P5041.1 - Selected building statistics of the private sector as reported by local government institutions, May 2019

The value of recorded building plans passed (at current prices) decreased by 4,6% (-R2 142,6 million) during January to May 2019 compared with January to May 2018. Decreases were recorded for non-residential buildings (‑11,0% or -R1 191,3 million) and residential buildings (-4,2% or -R1 014,7 million).

 

The value of buildings reported as completed (at current prices) increased by 45,6% (R11 783,0 million) during January to May 2019 compared with January to May 2018. Increases were recorded for non-residential buildings (72,7% or R4 401,9 million), residential buildings (45,4% or R6 838,2 million) and additions and alterations (11,5% or R543,0 million).