Output surges as material prices level; housebuilders report strong results

Construction output surged in November, as material prices flatten for the first time since September 2020. Meanwhile, several housebuilders announce results to the City, with differing fortunes.

First-time buyer transactions hit a high, whilst SMEs reveal major barriers to housing delivery

HMRC figures reveal that first-time buyer transactions reach the highest level since 2002, amid ongoing challenges to housing completions in 2022.

House price growth continues, with materials facing an uncertain 2022

Nationwide and Zoopla release their latest house price index reports, whilst the CLC warn of material uncertainty in 2022 and the HBF call for a change in the planning system.

Average house price rises, as affordable completions fall

The ONS have published their house price index for September, whilst DLUHC report a fall in affordable completions. Meanwhile the HSE targets mental health of construction workers.

Construction output grows amidst ongoing industry challenges – with solutions offered

Data from IHS Markit and CIPS shows that construction output grew in October; but the industry continues to face multiple challenges.

New starts and completions fall in quarter, whilst Government provides housing boost

NHBC figures show that new housing starts and completions fall in the quarter, whilst the Government announces a £1.8bn fund for brownfield housing.