NHBC registered 32,716 new homes across the UK  during this period, compared to 26,440 in 2012.

In the month of October alone 12,682 homes were registered, nearly a third up on last October’s overall total of 9,680.

NHBC Commercial Director Richard Tamayo, said: “Throughout 2013 we have seen a sustained increase in registrations compared to last year, with this year set to produce the largest number of new homes since 2007.

“There is little doubt that Government schemes, such as Help to Buy, have contributed to the growth seen throughout 2013, whilst Labour’s announcement last week shows that the housing deficit across the UK remains high on the agenda from a political perspective.

“However, many independent commentators feel that although the target to build 200,000 new homes a year is ambitious, it may still not be enough to meet the growing housing needs of the population.”