The Swedish Statistical Office (SCB) reported that approximately 15,350 new residential units were started in the first half of 2026, representing an 8% increase compared to the same period in 2025. Of these, 12,700 units were in multi-family housing (including 2,400 special units), while small-house construction totaled 2,650 units, a 18% decline from 2025. Renovations contributed an additional 600 units. SCB noted that the data is preliminary and adjusted for reporting delays, with 2026 figures calculated using an 8% average delay. The next statistical release is scheduled for November 23, 2026. Data is available in SCB’s statistics database, grouped by housing types and administrative regions.
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