Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Burswood has an estimated 3,757 residents, up 35.2% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Burswood.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated 3.6 kilometres east-southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Burswood combines a dynamic riverside lifestyle with rapid demographic expansion. Drawing on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address registers, AreaSearch estimates the suburb of Burswood's population at around 3,757 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial gain of 978 people (35.2%) from the 2,779 persons counted at the 2021 Census. Renowned for its lively cafe culture, scenic riverside parklands along the picturesque Swan River, and premier cultural and sporting attractions like AFL games and annual festivals, the broader Victoria Park - Lathlain - Burswood precinct continues to generate exceptional demand.
Strong market fundamentals define the suburb of Burswood, led by development activity and population drivers that sit well above average alongside substantial infrastructure and major project spending.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 3.6 kilometres east-southeast from Perth CBD, the suburb of Burswood combines a dynamic riverside lifestyle with rapid demographic expansion. Drawing on annual SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures and quarterly national address registers, AreaSearch estimates the suburb of Burswood's population at around 3,757 as of Aug 2026. This reflects a substantial gain of 978 people (35.2%) from the 2,779 persons counted at the 2021 Census. Renowned for its lively cafe culture, scenic riverside parklands along the picturesque Swan River, and premier cultural and sporting attractions like AFL games and annual festivals, the broader Victoria Park - Lathlain - Burswood precinct continues to generate exceptional demand.
Strong market fundamentals define the suburb of Burswood, led by development activity and population drivers that sit well above average alongside substantial infrastructure and major project spending.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,340 in 2006 and 3,757 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 24%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.6%.
Burswood ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education and the 94th for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Burswood is $750 a week, up 2.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 4% above Greater Perth.
4% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $750 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +2.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Belmont - Victoria Park | $705 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Belmont - Victoria Park, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - South East | $716 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - South East, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 7 projects in Burswood (2 under construction) and 121 more in the surrounding area.
Perth Park is a $217.5 million entertainment and sporting precinct at Burswood Park, beside Optus Stadium in Burswood.
Burswood Point is a multi-billion dollar urban renewal project transforming 38 hectares of Swan River foreshore into a masterplanned…
A three-storey lifted apartment building providing 15 one-bedroom social housing dwellings for seniors aged 55 and over.
A 60,000-seat multi-purpose stadium on the Burswood Peninsula, featuring a fans-first design with 85% roof coverage and a bronze-coloured…
The Springs Rivervale is a 14-hectare masterplanned urban renewal precinct, originally developed by LandCorp, which has been transformed…
A 19-level mixed-use development comprising 119 dwellings (107 apartments and 12 townhouses) with 187 square metres of commercial space.
Garden Towers is a $277 million luxury residential development by Finbar Group featuring 331 apartments across two towers (East and West).
Approved for a 12-level building comprising 171 one- and two-bedroom apartments with amenities including a gymnasium, residents lounge, and…
The original $1.3 billion Lendlease residential development at Waterbank was cancelled following geotechnical investigations finding the…
World's first hotel with Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). 10-level, 120-room luxury hotel featuring NXT Building System technology.
Conversion of the former Fraser Suites serviced apartment complex in the Queens Riverside precinct into up to 236 long-term affordable and…
A $9.5 million streetscape revitalisation of the Belvidere Street Shopping Precinct and Activity Centre in Belmont WA, jointly funded by…
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Estimated completion year of the 67 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 18, 2027 19, 2028 12, 2029 5, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 3, 2035 2, 2036 3. 14 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Burswood over the period covered (about 1.6 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.6 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 7.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 76th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 25 | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.6 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Burswood include: Perth Park (Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct) (Construction); Burswood Point (Construction); The Springs Rivervale Masterplanned Community (Completed); Hawthorne Green Mixed-Use Development (Approved); and 16 Leonard Street Seniors Housing (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Burswood spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Sports & Recreation, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Burswood among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Burswood area has seen 116 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Burswood's current population of 3,757 has been supported by 25 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Burswood has seen 7.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 63 people in the suburb of Burswood, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Burswood's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 25, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Burswood has grown by approximately 929 people, while 126 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 7.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Burswood lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,757 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +35.2% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,101 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,779 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 978 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +7.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.41 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Burswood was estimated to be approximately 3,757 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,757 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Burswood has added approximately 978 people and shown a 35.19% increase from the 2,779 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Burswood is estimated at 1,102 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Burswood has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Burswood is driven by: Overseas migration (83.0%), Natural increase (17.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 83.0% of overall population gains.
Burswood's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 36.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 63.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 24.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Burswood at 37 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Burswood is equal to the Greater Perth 2021 Census average and similarly aligned with comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Burswood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 24.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Burswood compared to the Greater Perth region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 4.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Burswood show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (24.0% vs 15.8%). The most under-represented age groups are 5-14 year-olds (4.5% vs 12.2%) and 85+ year-olds (1.1% vs 2.0%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 8.2% of the population in the suburb of Burswood as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 16.7% of the population in the suburb of Burswood as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $70,680 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 85th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $93,345 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,975 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $1,132 | 2021 Census, weekly | 87th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 28.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,431 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 16.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Burswood is approximately $75,656. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $70,680.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Burswood is approximately $99,916. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $93,345.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Burswood is approximately $75,656 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,680 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Burswood is approximately $99,916 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $93,345 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Burswood's households (~35.6% / 453 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Burswood is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.6% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Burswood is $1,975/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Burswood is $2,431/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Burswood is $1,132/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Burswood's median income among taxpayers is $70,680, with an average of $93,345. This is among the highest in Australia, and compares to Greater Perth's median of $64,047 and average of $84,609. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $75,656 (median) and $99,916 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Burswood is $7,068 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Burswood's disposable income is $7,068 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Burswood significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 75.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,522 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 8,328 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,591 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Burswood has approximately 2,522 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Burswood stands at 2.7%, which is 1.5 percentage points below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Burswood is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (12.8% of employment), mining (11.4%), and professional & technical (11.4%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Burswood has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Burswood is 75.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Burswood shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 11.4% of the local workforce compared to 7.0% across Greater Perth. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Burswood's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Burswood demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 28.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 11.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 43.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 17.0% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.6% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 26.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 25.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
43.4% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Burswood have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
26.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Burswood have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Burswood ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Burswood are: Bachelor Degree (28.3%), Certificate (17.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.9%).
25.0% of the population in the suburb of Burswood is currently engaged in formal education, including 4.3% in primary school, 3.1% in secondary school, 9.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Burswood is 1116, indicating above-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Burswood, with a combined enrollment of approximately 89 students.
The suburb of Burswood includes 1 combined school.
Burswood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.0 people | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 15.4% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.1% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 6.4% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,273 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,721 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 58.3% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.0 per family | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Burswood had 1,273 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 35.2% to an estimated 1,721 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Burswood is 2.0 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 58.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.3%), group households (6.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 742 family households, couples with children account for 15.4% of all households, couples without children at home 34.1%, and single parent families 6.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Burswood shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.3% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 58.3% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Burswood have an average of 1.0 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 40.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 35.3% of all households in the suburb of Burswood, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 6.4% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Burswood is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 49.3% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 68.3% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 70.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Burswood scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 31.7% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 49.3% born overseas.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Burswood, at 41.0% of people, although more residents (45.5%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Hinduism, which comprises 5.2% of the population, compared to 2.5% across Greater Perth.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Burswood are English, comprising 23.1% of the population, Other, comprising 15.9% of the population, and Australian, comprising 15.8% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.8% of Burswood (vs 0.7% across Greater Perth), Korean at 0.9% (vs 0.3%) and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
49.3% of the suburb of Burswood population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
31.7% of the population in the suburb of Burswood speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.1% of the suburb of Burswood population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
70.8% of the suburb of Burswood population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Burswood features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 50.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Apartments | 63.4% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $430 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 25.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 62nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Burswood, 24.1% of homes are owned outright, 25.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 50.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 18.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Burswood are houses.
In the suburb of Burswood, 63.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 18.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Burswood stands at 24.1%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Burswood is $2,167, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Burswood is $1,490, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Burswood, households with mortgages typically spend 25.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Burswood is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Burswood shows mortgage holders spending 25.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 21.8% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Burswood consists of 18.3% detached houses, 18.2% semi-detached dwellings, 63.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Burswood consumes approximately 17.4% of median household income ($8,552 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Burswood show attached dwellings contributing 75% of approvals compared to 82% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 25% of applications versus 18% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Burswood's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 62.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.6% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
Around 62.5% of people in the suburb of Burswood are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Burswood, 2.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Burswood are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.8% of the suburb of Burswood population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.1% of people in the suburb of Burswood have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Burswood, 62.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 33 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 31st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 8,183 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 112 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 35 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.0 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 10.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 33 public transport stops within the suburb of Burswood.
The suburb of Burswood has 8,183 weekly trips across 35 routes, averaging 1,169 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 302 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 569 m away and the nearest pharmacy 575 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 33 stops nearby, 8,183 weekly trips, access rating 92 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 74 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 74th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 569 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 575 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 579 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 700 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 811 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 824 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 824 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 865 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Burswood among the top 11% of areas assessed nationwide.
Burswood has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 24% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Burswood is $750 a week, +2.7% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Burswood lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Burswood's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Burswood significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Burswood demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 2% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
Burswood features high concentrations of lone person households and group households but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Burswood is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Burswood features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Burswood's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Burswood has an estimated 3,757 residents, up 35.2% since the 2021 Census, with 7 projects tracked in Burswood.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Burswood.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL50226). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Oct 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Burswood from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Burswood with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
