

New zealand
construction report (NZCR)

Tracking building activity across all 16 regions and 67 territorial authorities.
About the report
The New Zealand Construction Report (NZCR) provides a comprehensive, independent analysis of residential construction activity across all 16 regions of New Zealand. Published quarterly, it combines building consent data, construction trends and market insights to give you a clear, practical view of what is happening in the housing market - and where it is heading.
The report not only shows current construction activity, but also compares recent trends with projected population growth to highlight which regions are building in line with, above or below their likely housing demand. This helps you identify opportunities, risks and emerging markets across New Zealand.
What's included
16 Regions
National and regional market intelligence
67 Territorial Authorities
Local residential construction activity
Building Consent Trends
Dwelling numbers, values, flor areas and costs
Population & Demand
Understanding where future housing demand is emerging
Growth Comparisons
Highest and lowest growth areas
Latest release June 2026

39,412
Approved building plans
Latest release June 2026
↑ Gain of 7.2% vs last year

+21.3%
Yearly Upswing
Relative to prior periods
↑ Peak expansion since late 2022

$19.4 billion
Total Valuation
Year to June 2026
↑ Risen 24% annually

14 of 16
District Success
Housing industry trends
↑ Broad improvement