UK construction output index: non-housing R&M
UK construction output index: non-housing R&M stood at 107.2 in Jul 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Construction output and materials table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2010 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Construction output and materials table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All work | 105.6 | 105.9 | 105.7 | 105.1 | 104.3 | 104.2 | 104.1 | 104.9 | 105 | 105.2 | |
| All repair and maintenance | 105.3 | 105.3 | 105.3 | 104.9 | 104.5 | 104.4 | 104.3 | 104.7 | 105 | 105 | |
| Non-housing repair and maintenance | 107.2 | 107.2 | 107.1 | 106.7 | 106 | 105.8 | 106.1 | 106.8 | 107.3 | 107.4 |
Understanding UK construction output index: non-housing R&M
Tracking upkeep and maintenance work performed on non-residential buildings and infrastructure across the United Kingdom, this series measures repair output for commercial properties, industrial facilities, and civil engineering assets. It separates non-residential maintenance from housing repair and new construction activities. The index reflects the ongoing work required to preserve the operational condition of the nation's commercial and public infrastructure.
Non-residential repair is often planned around business operational schedules, leading to distinct scheduling patterns that differ from residential upkeep. Early monthly figures are provisional and regularly updated as contractors adjust their project accounts. Year-on-year comparisons provide the most reliable indication of structural changes in maintenance demand across the commercial and industrial sectors.
Frequently asked questions
- What structures are covered by non-housing R&M?
- It includes repair and maintenance for offices, factories, retail spaces, and infrastructure assets.
- Are residential buildings included in this measure?
- No, all housing-related repair and maintenance is recorded in separate residential categories.
- How should analysts interpret monthly volatility?
- Annual comparisons help filter out temporary maintenance shutdowns scheduled by commercial operators.