Burpengary

Burpengary lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Burpengary's population, as of February 2026, is around 18,959, reflecting an increase of 2,471 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 15.0% increase from the previous population figure of 16,488. The change can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 18,503 as of June 2024 and an additional 702 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 849 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Burpengary's growth rate exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 63.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. Future population trends forecast a significant increase in the top quartile of national statistical areas, with Burpengary expected to expand by 7,011 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 34.6% over the 17 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

The level of residential development activity in Burpengary was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Burpengary has averaged approximately 196 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY21-FY25981 homes were approved, with an additional 256 approved so far in FY26. Each dwelling built over these years attracted an average of 2.9 new residents annually, indicating strong demand that supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new homes is $244,000, which is lower than regional levels, offering more affordable housing options. In FY26, commercial development approvals totalled $53.9 million, reflecting robust local business investment. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Burpengary shows around 75% of the construction activity per person and ranks in the 87th percentile nationally, demonstrating strong developer confidence. New developments consist of 84.0% detached houses and 16.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes.

There are approximately 98 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Burpengary is projected to add 6,555 residents by 2041. Construction pace is currently reasonable but may face growing competition as the population increases.

Burpengary has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 34 projects likely impacting the region. Key projects include Homes for Queenslanders - Burpengary East Affordable Housing, Avaline Estate Burpengary East, Sage Burpengary, and Wattle Green Estate. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Burpengary positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Burpengary has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent with an unemployment rate of 2.5% as of September 2025. Employment growth in the past year was estimated at 8.5%.

There are 10,236 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 2.5%, which is 1.5% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 12.8% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors are healthcare & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Construction has a high representation, at 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.0% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Over the year to September 2025, employment increased by 8.5%, while labour force grew by 6.3%, reducing unemployment by 2.0 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane had employment growth of 3.8% and a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Burpengary's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The median taxpayer income in Burpengary SA2 is $56,216, and the average is $64,291 based on postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages; Greater Brisbane's median income is $58,236 with an average of $72,799. By September 2025, estimated incomes are approximately $61,787 (median) and $70,662 (average), accounting for a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Burpengary's household, family, and personal incomes rank modestly, between the 43rd and 48th percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 6,920 residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, representing 36.5% of Burpengary's population, similar to the region where this cohort also represents 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 83.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 49th percentile.

Burpengary is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Burpengary, as per the latest Census, consisted of 83.6% houses and 16.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Burpengary was at 26.8%, similar to Brisbane metro, with the rest being mortgaged (41.9%) or rented (31.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Burpengary was $1,733, below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Burpengary was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Burpengary's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Burpengary has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 77.0% of all households, including 33.5% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 14.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for 23.0%, with lone person households at 20.1% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Burpengary fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 13.9%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (33.4%). Educational participation is high at 29.1%, with 10.3% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.8% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis shows 24 active stops operating within Burpengary. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 67 individual routes serving these stops, providing a total of 2,126 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 651 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 89%, with train used by 7% of residents.

Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 12.8% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 303 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 88 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Burpengary is well below average with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts

Health data shows significant health challenges in Burpengary, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a considerably higher prevalence of common health conditions, particularly among older age cohorts.

Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~9,707 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 10.5 and 9.4% of residents respectively. However, 63.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Burpengary has a higher proportion of seniors, with 17.5% of residents aged 65 and over (3,315 people), compared to 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

Burpengary ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Burpengary, surveyed in 2016, had a population where 82.9% were born in Australia and 88.9% were citizens. English was the home language for 93.9%. Christianity dominated at 47.5%, with Judaism overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 0.1%.

Ancestry-wise, English (31.1%) and Australian (29.8%) topped the list, notably higher than regional averages of 26.8% and 23.2% respectively. Scottish ancestry was also significant at 7.6%. Other groups showed variations: New Zealanders were 1.3%, Maori 1.0%, and Samoans 0.6%, differing from regional percentages of 1.0%, 1.1%, and 0.9% respectively.

Burpengary's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Burpengary's median age of 36 years is equal to Greater Brisbane's but younger than the national average of 38 years. The percentage of the population aged 65-74 in Burpengary is 10.0%, higher than Greater Brisbane's, while the 35-44 age group makes up 12.4%, lower than Greater Brisbane's. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of people aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.3% to 5.8%. Conversely, the percentage of those aged 5 to 14 has decreased from 13.7% to 12.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Burpengary. The number of people aged 75 to 84 is projected to rise substantially, increasing by 99% from 1,103 to 2,192 individuals.