Burnside (Qld)

Burnside 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 ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Burnside's estimated population is around 3491. This reflects a growth of 387 people since the 2021 Census (a 12.5% increase from 3104). The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of resident population at 3446, following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024, and validation of 136 new addresses since the Census date. This population density equates to approximately 645 persons per square kilometer. Burnside's growth exceeded non-metro areas (8.8%) and national averages. Interstate migration contributed around 62% of overall population gains recently.

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, or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are adopted. Future trends forecast significant population increase outside capital cities, with Burnside expected to gain 1007 persons by 2041, reflecting a total growth of 24.9% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Burnside when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Burnside has experienced around 31 dwellings receiving development approval per year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 157 homes. So far in FY-26, 12 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, an average of 2.2 new residents per year for each dwelling has been noted, reflecting robust demand that underpins property values.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $409,000. Additionally, $8.7 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of Qld, Burnside records somewhat elevated construction activity, with 42.0% above regional average per person over the five-year period. This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values, though construction activity has eased recently.

New building activity shows 72.0% standalone homes and 28.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns, which are currently at 88.0% houses, suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Burnside reflects a developing area, with around 184 people per approval. Looking ahead, Burnside is expected to grow by 871 residents through to 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Burnside has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects potentially impacting the area. Key projects include The Grove at Nambour Heights, Nambour Waste Precinct Project, Windsor Park Estate, and Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade Stage 1. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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Burnside shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Burnside has a skilled workforce with essential services well represented. Its unemployment rate is 5.1%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025, 1,685 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 6.1% compared to Rest of Qld's 4.1%. Workforce participation in Burnside is 62.5%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Major employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Health care & social assistance has a notable concentration with levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

However, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, comprising only 1.6% of Burnside's workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data on working population vs resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, Burnside's labour force decreased by 2.3%, and employment declined by 1.3%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate of 0.9 percentage points. Meanwhile, Rest of Qld saw employment grow by 1.7% and labour force expand by 2.1%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data as of 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Burnside's current employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023, Burnside suburb had a median income among taxpayers of $51,406 and an average income of $63,370. This is below the national average. Compared to Rest of Qld, Burnside's median income was $51,406 versus $53,146, and average income was $63,370 compared to $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year ending June 2023, current estimates for Burnside would be approximately $56,500 median and $69,650 average as of September 2025. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data from 2021, household incomes in Burnside rank at the 42nd percentile, family incomes at the 38th percentile, and personal incomes at the 35th percentile. The earnings profile shows that the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket dominates with 37.5% of residents (1,309 people), similar to the metropolitan region where this cohort represents 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Burnside, with only 82.2% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 41st percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Burnside's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, comprised 88.0% houses and 12.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 82.9% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Burnside was at 28.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 51.8% and rented ones at 19.6%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,777. Median weekly rent in Burnside was $420, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $385. Nationally, Burnside's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 77.9% of all households, including 33.1% couples with children, 30.7% couples without children, and 12.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 22.1%, with lone person households at 19.8% and group households comprising 2.3%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 19.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.0%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.6%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (31.2%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 11.1% in primary, 8.5% in secondary, and 4.0% in tertiary education.

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

Burnside has 12 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by three different routes that together facilitate 480 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents typically residing within 300 meters of the nearest stop.

On average, there are 68 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Burnside faces significant health challenges with a substantially higher prevalence of common health conditions compared to average SA2 areas. This is particularly true for older age cohorts.

The area has approximately 52% private health cover, slightly higher than the Rest of Qld's 50.2%. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 10.2% and 9.2% of residents respectively. However, 64.5% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 66.0% in Rest of Qld. Burnside has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.5%, compared to Rest of Qld's 18.7%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

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

Burnside's population shows limited cultural diversity, with 85.1% born in Australia, 90.7% being citizens, and 94.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, practiced by 50.0%, compared to 46.0% regionally. The top three ancestry groups are English (31.6%), Australian (28.5%), and Irish (8.7%).

Notably, German ancestry is slightly higher in Burnside at 5.7% versus the regional average of 5.1%. New Zealand and French ancestries also show similar representation to regional averages, with 1.0% each for both Burnside and regionally.

Burnside's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Burnside has a median age of 36, which is lower than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 25-34 age group is over-represented in Burnside at 16.4%, compared to the Rest of Qld average, while the 55-64 cohort is under-represented at 9.6%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has increased from 14.0% to 16.4% of Burnside's population. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 15.0% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Burnside's age profile will significantly change. The 25-34 cohort is projected to expand by 246 people (43%), growing from 572 to 819. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort grows by a modest 5% (20 people).