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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.
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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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.
Monthly Consumer Price Inflation, January 2025
There was some good news buried in yesterday’s inflation data.
Consumer & Producer Price Indexes
The moderation in price pressures is a welcome development for both builders and consumers.
2024 that’s a wrap, what a year
As we approach the new year, HIA is ready to tackle both ongoing and emerging challenges facing the building industry.
Australian Population Jun Qtr 2024
There was a surprise fall in net overseas migration into Australia in the June Quarter 2024.
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.
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