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.