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

Burpengary - East's population is approximately 9,114 as of February 2026. This figure represents an increase of 2,456 people from the 2021 Census count of 6,658 residents. The growth was inferred using ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 8,721 in June 2024 and validated new addresses since the Census date totaling 651. This results in a population density ratio of 335 persons per square kilometer. Burpengary - East's population growth rate of 36.9% between 2021 and February 2026 exceeded both national (9.9%) and state averages, making it a notable growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 86.6% to this overall population gain during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population trends predict exceptional growth, placing Burpengary - East among the top 10 percent of national areas. By 2041, the area is expected to expand by 8,650 persons based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 90.6% over the 17-year period.

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 approximately 192 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 961 homes. In FY-26 to date, 24 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.5 new residents arrive per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that demand is outpacing supply. This typically puts upward pressure on prices and increases competition among buyers.

The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings in the area is $253,000, which is below regional norms, reflecting more affordable housing options for purchasers. In FY-26, $6.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered, 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. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. This is well above average nationally, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area.

New building activity shows that approximately 93.0% of homes are standalone and 7.0% are townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Burpengary - East reflects a developing area, with around 60 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate that Burpengary - East will gain approximately 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

The performance of a region is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure. AreaSearch has identified twenty projects that are expected to impact this area. Notable projects include the upgrade of the Burpengary East Wastewater Treatment Plant, Avaline, Freshwater by Ingenia Lifestyle, and North Harbour. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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

Burpengary - East has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent with an unemployment rate of 1.9%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 7.8%.

As of September 2025, there are 5,108 employed residents, with an unemployment rate of 2.1%, lower than Greater Brisbane's 4.0%. Workforce participation is 74.5%, slightly higher than Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. Home-based work accounts for 15.4% of jobs. Key employment sectors are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Construction employs 1.6 times the regional average but professional & technical services lag behind at 4.7%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparisons between working population and resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 7.8% while labour force grew by 7.0%, reducing unemployment by 0.7 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment grow by 3.8%, labour force expand by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Burpengary - East's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

The Burpengary - East SA2's median income among taxpayers was $56,136 and average income was $64,191 in financial year 2023. This is below the national averages of $58,236 and $72,799 for Greater Brisbane respectively. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income would be approximately $61,699 and average income $70,552, based on a Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household incomes ranked at the 85th percentile with $2,346 weekly. Predominantly, 40.1% of locals (3,654 people) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, aligning with regional levels where this cohort also represented 33.3%. Notably, 32.6% exceeded $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing power within the community. High housing costs consumed 15.2% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 85th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

In Burpengary - East, as per the latest Census, 94.2% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 5.8% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This contrasts with Brisbane metro's figures of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Burpengary - East stood at 24.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 58.1% and rented ones at 17.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, exceeding Brisbane metro's average of $1,863. Weekly rent in Burpengary - East was $430, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Burpengary - East's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were 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 account for 88.1% of all households, including 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 is 3.1 people, which 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's university qualification rate is 15.7%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 45.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (33.4%). Educational participation is high, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.7% in primary, 8.9% in secondary, and 4.2% in tertiary education.

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 indicates significant health challenges in Burpengary - East, as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~4666 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.8 and 8.0% of residents respectively. 68.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are generally typical. The area has 11.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1083 people), 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, surveyed in 2016, showed low cultural diversity with 81.0% born in Australia, 89.3% citizens, and 93.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 50.0%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 47.8%. Ancestry-wise, English (32.7%) and Australian (29.3%) were dominant, exceeding regional averages of 26.8% and 23.2% respectively.

Scottish ancestry was 7.0%. Notable differences included higher percentages of New Zealand (1.3%), Maori (1.3%), and Samoan (0.6%) groups compared to regional figures.

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

The median age of Burpengary-East is 34 years, which is slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and significantly below Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Burpengary-East has a higher proportion of residents aged 15-24 (14.9%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (6.5%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the population aged 35-44 has increased from 13.2% to 15.5%, while the 15-24 age group grew from 13.4% to 14.9%. Conversely, the 45-54 age cohort decreased from 14.0% to 12.7%, and the 0-4 age group dropped from 7.4% to 6.2%. Population projections for 2041 suggest significant demographic shifts in Burpengary-East, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to grow by 120%, adding 1,393 residents and reaching a total of 2,550.