Historic low: Building permits in Saxony down significantly
The construction industry in Saxony recorded a significant drop in turnover in the first half of the year. Much less was built.
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Statistics show 169 cities in Saxony
October 31 is celebrated as World Cities Day. The State Statistical Office comes up with superlatives to mark the occasion.
More people in need of care are dependent on social assistance
More and more people in need of care in Saxony need help from the social welfare office. The Left Party is calling for fair financing of the costs.
Climate change hits Central Germany particularly hard: average temperature rises significantly
Climate change has different consequences around the world. A climate report shows what is happening in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. One parameter is particularly striking in central Germany.
Lowest car density of the federal states in Saxony
Statistically speaking, more than every second person in Saxony owns a car. Nevertheless, the state ranks far behind the rest of Germany in terms of car density. There are striking regional differences.
Proportion of foreigners rises to 8.1 percent
More and more people with foreign roots are living in Saxony. According to statistics, however, their proportion in the Free State is still comparatively low.
Slight fall in inflation rate in Saxony
Going to a restaurant, insurance and social services have become more expensive in Saxony. Overall, however, the inflation rate is falling slightly.
Saxony's economic output shrinks
Economic output in Bavaria has fallen once again. One sector in particular is in the red.
Saxony's economic output shrinks
Economic output in Bavaria has fallen once again. One sector in particular is in the red.
Over 4,000 homeless people take advantage of overnight accommodation
People without their own accommodation in Saxony can stay overnight in facilities. The use of the facilities has been recorded on the same night for three years. Demand is increasing.
Further increase in corporate insolvencies in Saxony
More and more companies are filing for insolvency in Saxony. The construction and retail sectors are particularly affected.
Frosty nights reduce grain harvest in Saxony
Saxony is expecting a significantly lower grain harvest this year than last year. Important cereals such as winter wheat are particularly affected - but there are also positive exceptions.
Inflation rate in Saxony falls to 2.6 percent in August
Fuel, air travel or the purchase of bicycles: Consumer prices in Saxony are falling compared to the previous month.
Tourism industry on the upswing, but shortage of skilled workers
The tourism industry reports rising numbers of guests and overnight stays for 2024. In June, the number of foreign guests in particular rose. The European Football Championship was a draw at the time. But not all regions are benefiting.
Fewer young scientists are aiming for a doctorate
In order to obtain a doctorate, young scientists have to complete a complex doctoral procedure. Fewer men and women in Saxony do this.
Decline in beer sales in Saxony in 2023
Saxon brewers recorded a decline in beer sales of 2.5 percent in 2023.
Inflation rate in Saxony back above three percent
Consumer prices in Saxony are once again above the three percent mark. There is currently no clear trend in inflation.
Fewer births in Saxony again
The number of births in Saxony has fallen again. The figures are as low as they were last in 1995. However, there is one population group where there are more births.
Pharmacy density in Saxony above the national average
How many inhabitants are there for every pharmacy? The Federal Statistical Office has compiled a list.
Initial data on the census: population declining
Saxony has slightly fewer people than expected. According to the initial results of the 2022 census, there were around 4.038 million inhabitants as of May 15, 2022, as announced by the State Statistical Office in Kamenz on Tuesday. The so-called population update based on the 2011 census had previou ..
Initial data on the census: population declining
Saxony has slightly fewer people than expected. According to the initial results of the 2022 census, there were around 4.038 million inhabitants as of May 15, 2022, as announced by the State Statistical Office in Kamenz on Tuesday. The so-called population update based on the 2011 census had previou ..
Building permits in central Germany down significantly
The BFW warns of a dramatic decline in building permits in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia of more than 28 percent. The reasons are rising construction costs and economic uncertainties.
More overnight stays in Saxony
Tourism in Saxony is booming. After the coronavirus pandemic, hotels are reporting a new high. One region in particular is benefiting.
Inflation rate in Saxony above 3 percent
Consumer prices in Saxony are rising somewhat more sharply again. Compared to the previous year, some services have become considerably more expensive.
Smoking rates in Saxony are falling steadily: positive effects on health and wallets
The number of smokers in Saxony is slowly but steadily decreasing. Positive effects on health and the wallet.
Smoking rate in Saxony continues to fall
The number of smokers in Saxony is slowly but steadily decreasing. Young people in particular smoke significantly less often than they did 20 years ago. Smoking rate among men and women declining. Health effects and financial consequences.
Slight rise in inflation in Saxony in April
Inflation in Saxony rose to 2.7 percent in April. Housing and energy prices mainly responsible.
Inflation remains below three percent in Saxony
The inflation rate in Saxony rose slightly again in April, with annual inflation at 2.7 percent. Compared to March, prices rose by 0.6%.
More than three times as many motorhomes in Saxony as in 2014
Compared to the rest of Germany, Saxony is at the bottom of the list in terms of camper van density. However, campers are also becoming increasingly common in the state.
Motorhome boom in Saxony: number triples in 10 years
The number of motorhomes in Saxony has more than tripled in the last 10 years, with almost 29,000 registered vehicles at the beginning of 2024.
Significantly fewer building permits in Saxony
The number of building permits for apartments in Saxony fell sharply last year. In 2023, permits were issued for a total of 8699 apartments with an area of 893,600 square meters in the Free State, as announced by the State Statistical Office on Monday. This was 26 percent less than in the previous y ..
More people deported from Saxony - State Directorate reports increase in the first quarter
In the first quarter, 277 people were deported from Saxony, an increase compared to the previous year. The main countries of destination were Georgia, North Macedonia, Tunisia, Turkey and Serbia.
More livestock farms: Plus for bee colonies and poultry
Bee colonies in the garden, breakfast eggs fresh from your own flock of chickens. In Saxony, keeping farm animals is a trend. However, this does not apply equally to all animal species.
Majority of children in Saxony live with siblings
73% of children in Saxony live with siblings, while 27% live as single children. Differences between urban and rural areas and between married and unmarried adults.
Lowest number of pigs and cattle since 1992
The number of pigs and cattle kept on Saxon farms last year was the lowest since 1992. At the end of 2023, around 457,200 pigs and 432,100 cattle were recorded, as the State Statistical Office announced on Monday. This is a new low. In a five-year comparison, the pig population fell by 31.7 percent ..
Slight increase in per capita working hours in Saxony in 2023
The workload of the working population in Saxony has increased. However, it is still well below the pre-corona level.
Fewer students in Saxony
The number of students in Saxony has fallen slightly. But there are more newcomers among them.
More guest students at Saxon universities in the winter semester 2023/24
In the winter semester 2023/24, the number of guest students in Saxony increased significantly. Most guests registered at Leipzig University.
Saxon skilled trades increase turnover by 3.4 percent last year
The Saxon skilled trades sector recorded an increase in turnover last year. The healthcare, food and finishing trades in particular recorded strong growth.
Number of businesses in Saxony increased by 1154 in 2023
In 2023, more businesses were registered than deregistered in Bavaria. One economic sector was particularly well represented.
Debt of the Saxon municipalities increased
Saxon municipalities have a low level of debt per capita compared to the rest of Germany. However, the level of debt has recently risen significantly. This was announced by the Federal Statistical Office in Wiesbaden on Friday, citing a model calculation on debt in the so-called non-public sector.Th ..
Inflation in Saxony weaker in February
Inflation in Saxony is expected to have fallen to 3.0% in February. Reasons and developments are analyzed.
Saxon imports at record high - exports down
Saxony records a peak in imports in 2023, while exports decline. China remains the most important trading partner.
More Brandenburgers with flu and RSV than in the previous year
More people have been infected with influenza and RS viruses in Brandenburg this year than in the same period last year. This is shown in the state's infection report.
Tourism industry in Lower Saxony continues to recover from the effects of coronavirus
The number of guests in Lower Saxony rose by around ten percent to more than 15 million in 2023, but the pre-corona year 2019 has not yet been reached.
Marriages in February: Data from the State Statistical Office show trends
The number of weddings in February in Saxony is low overall, but Valentine's Day has become popular among February dates. In recent years, however, other date constellations have overtaken Valentine's Day.
Hardly any marriages in February in Saxony, but Valentine's Day is popular
Few marriages take place in Saxony in February, but Valentine's Day is popular. However, other February dates have overtaken Valentine's Day in recent years.
Many Chinese people study in Saxony
In the winter semester 2022/23, just under half of all Chinese in Saxony were enrolled at a university.
Inflation in Saxony weakens in January
Inflation weakened in Saxony in January. Annual inflation is expected to have been 3.5 percent in January, according to the State Statistical Office in Kamenz on Thursday. This continues the trend of weakening inflation from 2023. Compared to December, consumer prices are expected to have risen by 0 ..
Interest in recommended vaccinations falls again in Saxony
Interest in most recommended vaccinations in Saxony has fallen again. Demand for vaccinations against various diseases fell, while vaccinations against meningococcal disease recorded an upward trend.
Dresden to grow to over 600,000 inhabitants by 2040
The Saxon state capital of Dresden is expected to have over 600,000 inhabitants by 2040. This growth will result from new arrivals and new workers due to planned company relocations.
Waste production in Saxony continues to decrease
In 2022, a total of 395 kilograms of waste per inhabitant was generated in Saxony - a reduction of 38 kilograms compared to the previous year.
4.2 billion euros investment in industrial companies
Industrial companies in Saxony invested a total of 4.2 billion euros last year. Compared to the previous year, the investment volume in 2022 had thus increased by 22.5 percent in nominal terms, according to the State Statistical Office in Kamenz on Thursday. According to the figures, 766 million eur ..
Fewer and fewer employees in Saxony's skilled trades
Fewer and fewer people are working in the skilled trades requiring registration in Saxony. In the third quarter of this year, the number was almost 5 percentage points below the average for 2020, the State Statistical Office announced on Tuesday. Compared to the same quarter in 2022, the decline amo ..
Vacancy rate in eastern Germany higher than in the west
The housing vacancy rate in eastern Germany remained significantly higher than in the west in 2022. The market-active vacancy rate for multi-storey apartments was 5.8 percent in eastern Germany (excluding Berlin) and 1.9 percent in the west, as the consulting institute Empirica announced in Berlin o ..
Dresdeners earn the most on average in Saxony
In Saxony, employees in Dresden earn the most on average. According to the State Statistical Office on Tuesday, the average salary in Dresden was 37,661 euros. In Leipzig (36,438 euros) and Chemnitz (34,139 euros), gross wages were still above the state average. In Saxony, the average wage was €33,4 ..
Commuters in Saxony mainly work in large cities
One million commuters in Saxony work mainly in Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz.
Commuters in Saxony mainly work in large cities
One million commuters in Saxony work primarily in Leipzig, Dresden and Chemnitz. There are also attractive workplaces in Görlitz, Plauen and Schkeuditz.
Almost 16 hours of overtime per police officer in Saxony
On average, every police officer in Saxony puts in around 16 hours of overtime. According to the Ministry of the Interior, however, there has been very little change in recent years.
Strong increase in EU foreigners in Saxony
The number of foreigners from other EU countries living in Saxony has risen sharply over the past 30 years.
Saxony: Average price for building land up sharply in 2022
The average price per square meter for building land has increased significantly in Saxony in 2022. As the State Statistical Office announced on Monday, builders had to pay an average of 107 euros for a square meter. In 2021, the value had been 81.36 euros.The highest price was 503 euros in Dresden, ..
Construction prices in Saxony significantly higher than a year ago
Construction prices in Saxony in August were significantly higher than in the same period last year. Although the price upswing has weakened slightly, it remains at a very high level, the State Statistical Office in Kamenz announced on Thursday. Accordingly, the new construction of a residential bui ..
Inflation rate in Saxony remains above the five percent mark
The inflation rate in Saxony remains above the five percent mark. As the State Statistical Office announced on Thursday, annual inflation in September was 5.4 percent according to preliminary data, but was significantly lower than in the previous month - in August it had been 6.8 percent. In the mon ..
High childcare rate for under-threes in Saxony
Around 53% of under-threes in Saxony were cared for in daycare centers in 2022. This is significantly above the national average of 36%.
Traffic fatalities: sharp increase especially among older people
While the number of traffic fatalities in Thuringia and Saxony decreased in 2022, it increased significantly in Saxony-Anhalt. Most notable was the fact that the number of traffic fatalities involving people 75 years and older tripled from the previous year's figure of 41, said Dekra's regional spok ..
Drought affects grain harvest in Saxony
In Saxony, an above-average grain harvest is expected despite the drought, but with impaired quality.
Number of adoptions in Saxony continues to rise
A total of 243 children and young people were adopted in Saxony in 2022. That was 13 more than in 2021, as the State Statistical Office announced in Kamenz on Monday. The majority of them (62 percent) were adopted by the stepparents, so there was no change in the living situation of the children and ..
Economy in Saxony: Industry defies the crises with sales growth
Saxon industry recorded growth in 2022 despite ongoing crises. According to the State Statistical Office, the price-adjusted turnover of industrial companies rose by 3 percent year-on-year to 75.9 billion euros, which is higher than the nationwide increase of 2 percent. In November, a record result ..
Per capita working time in Saxony down by 23 hours in 2022
The per capita working time in Saxony fell by almost one day last year. As the State Statistical Office announced on Thursday, the workload of an employed person in 2022 averaged 1350 hours - 23 hours less than the previous year. That put the 2022 figure below that of the first Corona year, 2020, wh ..