Burpengary - East

Burpengary - East lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Burpengary - East's population is around 9,114 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 2,456 people (36.9%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,658 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,721 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 651 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 335 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Burpengary - East's 36.9% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.9%) and the state average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 86.6% 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, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence, where utilised, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. As we examine future population trends, exceptional growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of national areas, is predicted over the period, with the area expected to expand by 8,650 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, recording a gain of 90.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

Burpengary - East has averaged around 192 new dwelling approvals annually, totalling 961 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26, 32 approvals have been recorded. Given an average of 3.5 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is significantly outpacing supply, which typically puts upward pressure on prices and increases competition among buyers, while new dwellings are developed at an average value of $253,000—below regional norms—reflecting more affordable housing options for purchasers. Additionally, $6.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature.

Compared to Greater Brisbane, Burpengary - East records 130.0% more new home approvals (per person), which should provide buyers with ample choice, though development activity has moderated in recent periods. This is well above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. New building activity shows 93.0% standalone homes and 7.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. At around 60 people per approval, Burpengary - East reflects a developing area.

Population forecasts indicate Burpengary - East will gain 8,257 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Burpengary - East has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total 20 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Burpengary East Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade, Avaline, Freshwater by Ingenia Lifestyle, and North Harbour, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The exceptional employment performance in Burpengary - East places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Burpengary East possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with the construction sector a particular standout in terms of representation, an unemployment rate of just 2.3%, and 4.2% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of December 2025, 5,068 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.9% below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (74.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 71.2%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 15.4% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area has a particular employment specialization in construction, with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. In contrast, professional & technical services employ just 4.7% of local workers, below Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 4.2% alongside the labour force increasing by 4.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. This compares to Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, the labour force expanded by 3.0%, and unemployment fell 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Burpengary East. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Burpengary East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

The Burpengary - East SA2's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The Burpengary - East SA2's median income among taxpayers is $56,136 and the average income stands at $64,191, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $61,699 (median) and $70,552 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household incomes rank exceptionally at the 85th percentile ($2,346 weekly). Income brackets indicate the predominant cohort spans 40.1% of locals (3,654 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, aligning with regional levels where this cohort likewise represents 33.3%. Higher earners represent a substantial presence with 32.6% exceeding $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. High housing costs consume 15.2% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 85th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Burpengary - East is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure within Burpengary - East, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 94.2% houses and 5.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Burpengary - East was slightly lagging that of Brisbane metro, at 24.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (58.1%) or rented (17.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Brisbane metro average at $2,100, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $430, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380. Nationally, Burpengary - East's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

Burpengary - East features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 88.1% of all households, comprising 46.0% couples with children, 31.4% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 11.9%, with lone person households at 9.6% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 people is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Burpengary - East aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (15.7%) substantially below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 45.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (33.4%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.7% in primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Burpengary - East is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Burpengary - East, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~4,666 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 8.8% and 8.0% of residents, respectively, while 68.7% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 11.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,083 people), which is lower than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Burpengary East was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 81.0% of its population born in Australia, 89.3% being citizens, and 93.4% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Burpengary East was found to be Christianity, which makes up 50.0% of people in Burpengary East. This compares to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Burpengary East are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 26.8%, Australian, comprising 29.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 23.2%, and Scottish, comprising 7.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.3% of Burpengary East (vs 1.0% regionally), Maori at 1.3% (vs 1.1%) and Samoan at 0.6% (vs 0.9%).

Burpengary - East hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

With a median age of 34, Burpengary - East is slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane figure of 36 and is substantially under Australia's 38 years. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Burpengary - East has a higher concentration of 15 - 24 residents (14.9%) but fewer 65 - 74 year-olds (6.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 13.2% to 15.5% of the population, while the 15 to 24 cohort increased from 13.4% to 14.9%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.0% to 12.7% and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 7.4% to 6.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Burpengary - East. The 45 to 54 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 120%, adding 1,393 residents to reach 2,550.