Burdell

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

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Burdell is around 8,881, indicating a growth of 1,710 people since the 2021 Census. The resident population was last estimated at 8,616 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, with an additional 487 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this increase. This results in a density ratio of 475 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's population growth of 23.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (7.1%) and the SA3 area, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 47.0% to overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as interstate migration also being positive factors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections for years post-2032, based on 2021 data.

Considering projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period, with the suburb expected to increase by 4,554 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 41.8% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Burdell among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Burdell recorded around 122 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 614 homes. So far in FY-26, 57 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.7 new residents are expected per dwelling constructed annually between FY-21 and FY-25.

This suggests a balanced supply and demand, with stable market conditions. The average construction value of new homes is $405,000. In FY-26, $9.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Burdell has 300.0% more development activity per person. This creates greater choice for buyers but construction activity has eased recently.

Nationally, this level is above average, reflecting strong developer confidence in the area. Recent construction comprises 91.0% detached houses and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Burdell's low density character with a focus on family homes. With around 84 people per approval, Burdell reflects a developing area. Population forecasts indicate it will gain 3,711 residents by 2041. Current construction levels should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Burdell has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects expected to impact the area. Notable projects include North Shore Masterplanned Community, Burdell Ambulance Station, Sanctum Master Planned Community, and North Shore Residences. The following list details those most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Burdell places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Burdell has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well-represented. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate was 1.6%. Over the past year, there has been relative employment stability.

According to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data, 4,560 residents were in work while the unemployment rate was 2.5% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was fairly standard at 69.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. A low 4.5% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Dominant employment sectors among residents include public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and education & training.

Public administration & safety has particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 3.6 times the regional average. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.2% of Burdell's workforce compared to 4.5% in Rest of Qld. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. During the year to September 2025, labour force increased by 0.4%, while employment declined by 0.1%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. This compares to Rest of Qld where employment grew by 1.7% and labour force expanded by 2.1%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insight into potential future demand within Burdell. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Burdell's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The suburb of Burdell had a high national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Its median income among taxpayers was $68,477 and average income stood at $75,868. This compares to figures for Rest of Qld's of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. By September 2025, current estimates project median income to be approximately $75,263 and average income to reach $83,387, based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023. As per 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Burdell rank highly nationally, between the 80th and 86th percentiles. Income analysis shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 45.3% of residents (4,023 people), aligning with surrounding region where this cohort represents 31.7%. High housing costs consume 15.3% of income, yet strong earnings place disposable income at the 79th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Burdell is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Burdell's dwelling structure, as assessed in the latest Census, consisted of 97.2% houses and 2.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Burdell was at 8.6%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (44.8%) or rented (46.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,682, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure in Burdell was $360, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Burdell's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Burdell features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.5% of all households, including 41.5% couples with children, 27.2% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 19.5%, with lone person households at 15.2% and group households comprising 4.5%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Burdell shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

Burdell Trail has a lower proportion of residents aged 15 and above with university degrees compared to Australia. Specifically, 22.4% of Burdell Trail residents have university degrees, while the national average is 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development in the region. Among those with university qualifications, bachelor degrees are most common at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%).

Vocational credentials are also prevalent among residents aged 15 and above, with 42.3% holding such qualifications. Advanced diplomas account for 10.1%, while certificates make up 32.2%. Educational participation is notably high in Burdell Trail, with 34.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.8% in primary education, 6.7% in secondary education, and 6.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Burdell has 18 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by two routes that together offer 204 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 362 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most commutes are outward-bound and cars remain the dominant mode of transportation at 95%. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in Burdell, which is higher than the regional average. Only 4.5% of residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 29 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 11 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Burdell is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Burdell faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are somewhat prevalent across all age groups but higher among older cohorts.

Private health cover is very high at approximately 57% of the total population (around 5,085 people), compared to 52.5% in the rest of Queensland. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 9.6% and 8.0% of residents respectively. Around 75.2% of residents claim to be completely free from medical ailments, higher than the 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes for those under 65 are better than average. The area has 7.5% of residents aged 65 and over (666 people), lower than the 20.4% in the rest of Queensland. While health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, they rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Burdell's population was found to have low cultural diversity, with 89.2% being citizens, 87.1% born in Australia, and 93.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 46.9% of Burdell's population. However, there was an overrepresentation in the 'Other' category, with 0.7% compared to 0.8% regionally.

The top three ancestral groups were Australian (30.6%), English (28.7%), and Scottish (7.0%). There were notable differences in the representation of New Zealand (1.0% vs 0.9%), Maori (0.8% vs 0.8%), and Spanish (0.5% vs 0.3%) ethnic groups.

Burdell hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Burdell's median age is 28 years, which is notably younger than Queensland's average of 41 and significantly lower than Australia's national average of 38. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Burdell has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (25.0%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (5.5%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the proportion of Burdell's population aged 25-34 has increased from 24.0% to 25.0%, while the proportion of residents aged 5-14 has decreased from 16.3% to 13.0%. Demographic projections suggest that by 2041, Burdell's age profile will change significantly. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to grow by 51%, adding 1,140 people and reaching a total of 3,361 in this age group.