Apartment Roofing Growth in UK 2025: ONS Data Explained
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Apartment Roofing Growth in UK 2025: ONS Data Explained

Apartments made up 33.2% of all new dwelling completions in 2025, with 12,047 units (+38.7% YoY). Learn why flat roofing demand is rising across UK.

By BookMyRoofer Team • 10 February 2026

Apartment construction is driving a major shift in British roofing demand. The ONS New Dwelling Completions Q4 2025 release shows apartment completions are growing significantly faster than houses.

Apartment Roofing Growth: 2025 ONS Stats

  • Apartment completions: 12,047
  • Share of total completions: 33.2%
  • Year‑on‑year growth: +38.7%

These figures point to rising demand for flat roofing systems and specialist multi‑unit maintenance across UK’s cities.

Source: ONS New Dwelling Completions Q4 2025

Why This Matters for Roofing

Apartment roofs are usually flat or low‑slope, which means:

  • Greater focus on membrane systems (EPDM, TPO, GRP)
  • More intensive drainage and waterproofing needs
  • Higher‑value maintenance contracts
  • Increased demand for roof access safety compliance

If you manage or own an apartment block, proactive flat‑roof inspections can prevent expensive leaks and emergency repairs.

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What This Means for Roofers

With apartment completions growing fastest in urban areas, contractors who specialize in flat roofing will see above‑average demand in 2025–2026.

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Sources

  1. ONS New Dwelling Completions Q4 2025 – https://www.ons.gov.uk/en/releasesandpublications/ep/p-ndc/newdwellingcompletionsq42025/

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