Buronga
Buronga's 1,252 residents live in a low-density, detached-house market where 87.4% of dwellings are separate houses and vacancy is 11.7%, well above a tightly held market. The median age is 38, which is 2 years below the national figure, although the suburb is on an aging trajectory as its senior share rose 4.5 percentage points. Household income sits at the 39.2 percentile, below the national midpoint, while 25.0% of households rent. Compared with nearby Gol Gol and Mildura, Buronga suits buyers seeking suburban space and cross-river access rather than apartment living.
Local council: Wentworth
Population
1,252
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,381/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
71
Buronga suits buyers prioritising detached space, manageable repayments and established family housing. Separate houses account for 87.4% of dwellings, with 48.3% having 3 bedrooms and 31.9% having 4 or more, so the stock is more family-oriented than apartment-led. The listed mortgage payment is $1,300 monthly and mortgage commitments equal 21.7% of household income, below common stress levels. Ownership is split between 32.9% outright owners and 41.4% mortgage holders, with the latter higher than the former because many households are still paying down loans. Average household size is 2.6, or 0.1 above the national figure. Compared with Mildura, buyers should expect fewer apartment-style choices and a stronger focus on car-based suburban living.
For Buyers
Buronga suits buyers prioritising detached space, manageable repayments and established family housing. Separate houses account for 87.4% of dwellings, with 48.3% having 3 bedrooms and 31.9% having 4 or more, so the stock is more family-oriented than apartment-led. The listed mortgage payment is $1,300 monthly and mortgage commitments equal 21.7% of household income, below common stress levels. Ownership is split between 32.9% outright owners and 41.4% mortgage holders, with the latter higher than the former because many households are still paying down loans. Average household size is 2.6, or 0.1 above the national figure. Compared with Mildura, buyers should expect fewer apartment-style choices and a stronger focus on car-based suburban living.
For Investors
Buronga's investment case rests on moderate rental demand, low-density housing and substantial recent development activity, but the 11.7% vacancy rate creates more tenant-choice risk than a tightly held rental market. Weekly rent is $203, while 25.0% of households rent, lower than the combined 74.3% who own outright or hold a mortgage. There were 74 development matters in the past 12 months, including residential accommodation, a dwelling house and a warehouse or distribution centre, which may add to future competition or amenity. The wider growth trend is 0.8% annually and migration is described as Balanced, so the profile is steadier than a high-growth investment market. Rent growth of 33.3% supports income prospects, but vacancy should be monitored before assuming strong rental returns.
Development Activity
Total DAs
253
Last 12 Months
71
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+22.4%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Buronga
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Demographics
Buronga has a median age of 38, 2 years below the national figure, yet its aging trajectory is clear because the senior share increased by 4.5 percentage points while the young share fell 1.7 points. Overseas-born residents account for 10.8%, which is 10.8 percentage points below the national comparison, and university participation is 20.3%, 9.8 points below the national level. English ancestry is reported by 436 people, followed by Scottish at 124 and Irish at 111. Christianity has 565 adherents and no religion 511, showing a relatively close split between the two largest responses. Household size is 2.6, or 0.1 above national, with couples without children forming 40.1% of families compared with 38.9% for couples with children. Compared with Mildura, Buronga has a more Anglo-leaning profile and lower overseas-born share.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
87.4%
Houses
6.7%
Townhouse
2.1%
Apartment
Tenure
Buronga's housing is predominantly detached and family-sized: 87.4% of dwellings are separate houses, 6.7% are semi-detached and only 2.1% are apartments. Three-bedroom homes account for 48.3% of stock and 4 or more bedrooms account for 31.9%, making larger houses more common than compact formats. Tenure is mixed, with 41.4% paying a mortgage, 32.9% owning outright and 25.0% renting. The mortgage share is higher than the outright-ownership share because the suburb includes many households still accumulating equity. Housing costs appear manageable on the reported measures: mortgage commitments equal 21.7% of income and rent equals 14.7%, both below typical stress thresholds. Compared with apartment-oriented parts of Mildura, Buronga provides more land-based housing but fewer small-dwelling alternatives.
Mortgage / mo
$1,300
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$203
Census 2021
HH Size
2.6
Personal Income / wk
$772
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
11.7%
Unoccupied
58
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
14.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.7%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
38.9%
Couples with children
40.1%
Couples, no children
16.4%
Single parent
329
Total families
Economy & Employment
Buronga's employment base is led by education at 16.1% of workers, healthcare at 14.7%, retail at 9.7%, construction at 8.8% and public administration at 8.2%. This mix supports local services and trades because education and healthcare create recurring demand, while construction adds project-based work. The main occupations are professionals at 95 people, labourers at 88, managers at 80, trades at 78 and community or personal service workers at 68. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, participation is 59.0% and full-time employment is 64.3%, indicating a smaller labour-force footprint than a highly active employment centre. Household income is at the 39.2 percentile, below the national midpoint. SEIFA results are also modest: IEO is decile 3, IER decile 4, IRSD decile 3 and IRSAD decile 3. The 985 IER score is higher than the 935 IEO score, suggesting economic resources are stronger than education and occupation conditions.
Unemployment
4.2%
Labour Force
591
Unemployed
25
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.3%
Part-time
29.0%
Participation
59.0%
Employed
566
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
20.3%
Postgraduate
2.7%
Born Overseas
10.8%
Dwellings
435
Transport to Work
Daily life in Buronga is strongly car dependent: 78.5% of residents drive, compared with 1.6% using public transport and 3.1% walking or cycling. That pattern makes parking, road access and trip planning more important than frequent transit, while 8.0% working from home provides some flexibility. Buronga Public School is the identified local option, a government primary school. Families should check enrolment zones and transport for secondary choices across the wider area because 1 local school does not cover every year level. Social advantage is below the national midpoint, with an IRSAD decile of 3 and an IRSD decile of 3, so household budgets and access to services may matter more than in higher-decile suburbs. Compared with more urban parts of Mildura, Buronga provides a quieter, lower-density setting but fewer public transport choices.
Drive
78.5%
Public Transport
1.6%
Walk / Cycle
3.1%
Work from Home
8.0%
Growth Outlook
Buronga is an established suburb with positive but measured growth. The annual trend is 0.8%, above zero, while population change across the wider area is 12.9% over 10 years. Migration is classified as Balanced, so growth is not being attributed to one dominant inflow. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share rose 4.5 percentage points, the young share fell 1.7 points and the working share declined 3.0 points. Rent growth reached 33.3%, which may reflect stronger housing demand than the 0.8% annual population trend alone would suggest. Gentrification remains at the Early signs stage, with a score of 20, while the broader shift measure records a score of 44. Compared with a rapid-growth corridor, Buronga's outlook is steadier and more shaped by aging households, incremental development and balanced migration.
Population trend: Wentworth council area
Buronga sits in the Wentworth council area. These are the council area's residents, not Buronga's.
Residents 2025
7,982
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.6%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.0%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Buronga compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buronga a good suburb to live in?
Buronga can suit households wanting detached housing, modest density and manageable reported costs. About 87.4% of dwellings are separate houses, mortgage commitments equal 21.7% of income and 78.5% of residents drive, so it is better suited to car-oriented living than frequent public transport.
What is the median house price in Buronga?
A current median house price needs to be confirmed from recent local sales. Buronga's housing is 87.4% separate houses, with weekly rent of $203 and a listed mortgage payment of $1,300 monthly. Those figures describe housing structure and costs, but they are not a substitute for a current sales median.
What schools are in Buronga?
Buronga Public School is the identified local option and is a government primary school. Families should check the exact enrolment zone and transport arrangements, because 1 local school does not cover every year level and secondary options may be located across the wider area.
Is Buronga safe?
A confident safety decision should use recent local police information and an address-level visit rather than assumptions about the suburb. Buronga's 78.5% car-driver share makes street access, lighting and parking relevant practical checks, but transport patterns alone do not establish crime risk.
Is Buronga good for property investment?
Buronga may suit investors seeking detached housing and moderate rental demand, but the 11.7% vacancy rate warrants caution. Weekly rent is $203, renting households make up 25.0% and 74 development matters were recorded over 12 months, so vacancy and new supply should be reviewed before buying.
How is Buronga's population changing?
Buronga has 1,252 residents today, with the wider area's population change recorded at 12.9% over 10 years and an annual trend of 0.8%. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share rose 4.5 percentage points while the young share fell 1.7 points.
What development is happening in Buronga?
There were 74 development matters in the past 12 months. Examples include residential accommodation, a new dwelling house and a warehouse or distribution centre. This level of activity is higher than a no-development setting, but individual project timing and approvals should be checked before relying on future supply.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications).
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