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Residential building and construction

Economics: Housing industry insights

The Australian residential building industry contributes $95 billion each year to the Australian economy and drives the economic livelihood of millions. 

HIA provides data, in-depth research and expert analysis to help HIA members and non-members understand the influences that affect the housing industry and guide them to adapt their strategic planning and stay ahead of the curve.  

Explore our reports, forecasts and insights to find out what lies ahead for home building and find out more about the specific issues that impact your business.

Housing Outlooks

Each quarter, our Housing Outlooks provide a detailed analysis of national and state-specific home building and renovations activity. This data is collected from our membership base who are responsible for more than 80% of Australia’s residential construction work each year.

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HIA creates a significant library of expert-led reports specifically designed for builders and business owners in the residential building industry. Our Housing 100 series and New Home Sales Reports are HIA-exclusive and are built from data collated from Australia’s largest builders. HIA also produces national and state-specific outlooks, detailed analysis of housing affordability and land statistics, the latest stamp duty developments and much more. Get all the information you need on our industry, right here.

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HIA-Cotality Residential Land Report

Need to know the latest land sales, land value or lot sizes? This detailed update covers everything you need to know.

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Building Australia’s economy

Across the country the residential building industry is a driver of Australia’s economy, with billions in economic activity delivering around 200,000 homes every year. HIA’s mission is to support the housing industry to sustain their businesses throughout the industry cycles with accurate forecasting and strong advocacy. We speak up for the one million people working every day to build Australia’s homes of the future.

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The New South Wales Government's decision in the 2026-27 Budget to remove the 9 per cent foreign purchaser duty surcharge for eligible build-to-rent and retirement living developments deserves far greater attention than it has received.

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Window into housing 2024

Facts about the housing and construction industry in Australia.

Tailored research & analysis

Looking for specialised research for your business or industry sector? Contact the HIA economics team to source data, analysis and tailored information.

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Meet the team

HIA economics is Australia’s leading source of analysis, forecasting and information on the residential building industry and all things home building. Our team understands the industry, the trends and the businesses that deliver almost 200,000 homes every year. Providing reports, undertaking research and presenting at events across the country means we are connected to what’s happening on the ground now. The information you get from HIA economics stands out from the rest.

HIA economics provides industry insights based on what we hear from builders, tradies, manufacturers and suppliers ‘on the ground’ across Australia. Industry knowledge is our strength.

Tim Reardon

HIA Chief Economist


Thomas Devitt

Senior Economist

Maurice Tapang

Senior Economist

Kirsten Lewis

Economics Group Coordinator