Burpengary East
Net internal migration of 354 per year makes Burpengary East one of southeast Queensland's strongest domestic pull destinations, meaning Australians are actively choosing to move here rather than arriving from overseas. Population surged 27.2% over the decade and growth is accelerating from 8% to 33%, producing an active gentrification score of 54. At 30.0 km2 with just 322 people per km2, the suburb has room to absorb this growth without the density pressures of inner Brisbane. Four-bedroom-plus homes at 61.9% dominate the stock, and 92.6% of dwellings are detached houses, serving the mortgage-belt families drawn by the $540,000 estimated median.
Population
9,654
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,821/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
69
Median House
$540K
Estimated from rent (2025)
Detached houses at 92.6% with four-bedroom-plus homes at 61.9% make Burpengary East almost exclusively a family-sized housing market, well above the Queensland average for large homes. Three-bedrooms at 19.2% and two-bedrooms at 17.5% provide smaller alternatives. The estimated $540,000 median positions it below Brisbane metro averages, accessible at the 66th-percentile income level. Monthly mortgage repayments of $2,058 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.1%, below the 30% stress threshold. Ownership at 80.6% (38.1% outright + 42.5% mortgage) is very high, with renters at just 19.4%. Vacancy at 4.2% is tight.
For Buyers
Detached houses at 92.6% with four-bedroom-plus homes at 61.9% make Burpengary East almost exclusively a family-sized housing market, well above the Queensland average for large homes. Three-bedrooms at 19.2% and two-bedrooms at 17.5% provide smaller alternatives. The estimated $540,000 median positions it below Brisbane metro averages, accessible at the 66th-percentile income level. Monthly mortgage repayments of $2,058 produce a mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.1%, below the 30% stress threshold. Ownership at 80.6% (38.1% outright + 42.5% mortgage) is very high, with renters at just 19.4%. Vacancy at 4.2% is tight.
For Investors
With only 19.4% renting, the tenant pool is thin compared to the national average. Median weekly rent of $410 against a $540,000 median produces gross yield around 3.9%, moderate for outer Brisbane. The 4.2% vacancy rate signals tight rental supply. With 67 DAs in 12 months, development is active, including a 186-dwelling retirement facility application. Internal migration of 354 per year is the strongest demand signal, meaning domestic movers, not overseas arrivals, are driving growth. Capital growth data is not available for trend analysis, but the gentrification score of 54 (active stage) suggests upward pressure.
Development Activity
Total DAs
149
Last 12 Months
69
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+11.3%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Only 19.2% were born overseas, 2.4 points below national, and university qualifications at 19.0% run 11.1 points below the national average, consistent with IEO decile 3. English ancestry dominates at 4,399, with Scottish (969), Irish (962) and German (615) following, a strongly Anglo-Celtic profile. Average household size of 2.7 exceeds the national 2.5, reflecting the family-oriented suburb where couples with children are the largest family type at 3,336. The median age of 38 sits 2 years below national. The aging trajectory is notable: the senior share expanded by 4.1 points while the young share contracted by 2.1 points.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
92.6%
Houses
6.8%
Townhouse
0.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Ownership is dominant: 38.1% outright and 42.5% mortgage, with renters at just 19.4%, roughly half the national average. Detached houses at 92.6% and four-bedroom-plus homes at 61.9% define the market. Semi-detached at 6.8% and apartments at 0.5% are negligible. The estimated $540,000 median is positioned below inner Brisbane levels. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.1% is manageable, and affordability improved over the decade from 52.1% to 45.2%. At 30.0 km2, the suburb has significant land capacity compared to the current 322 persons per km2 density.
Mortgage / mo
$2,058
Rent / wk
$410
HH Size
2.7
Personal Income / wk
$767
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.2%
Unoccupied
147
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.1%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
29.7%
Couples, no children
7,983
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare leads at 18.4% (524 workers), followed by Construction at 14.8% (423) and Education at 11.8% (338). The Construction share is notably higher than inner suburbs, reflecting the growth corridor's building activity. Manufacturing at 6.7% and Retail at 6.7% round out the top five. Clerical/Admin (689) slightly outnumber Professionals (681), with Community/Personal (569) and Managers (499) following. Unemployment at 4.7% sits near the national average, and participation at 55.7% is moderate, with 2,672 people not in the labour force. The IRSAD decile 4 and IEO decile 3 indicate below-average socio-economic and educational conditions.
Unemployment
3.0%
Labour Force
10,454
Unemployed
318
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
67.2%
Part-time
28.1%
Participation
55.7%
Employed
4,134
Occupations
Top Industries
University
19.0%
Postgraduate
2.7%
Born Overseas
19.2%
Dwellings
3,341
Transport to Work
Car dependency is extreme at 90.3%, the highest in this batch, with public transport at 2.3% and walking/cycling at 1.3%, reflecting the semi-rural density of 322 people per km2. No schools are located within the suburb boundaries, meaning families access schools in neighbouring Burpengary or Narangba. IRSAD decile 4 and IRSD decile 4 indicate below-average socio-economic conditions. The 7.8% needing-assistance rate is above average, and the 11.6% volunteering rate sits below the national norm.
Drive
90.3%
Public Transport
2.3%
Walk / Cycle
1.3%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+2.03%/yr
(+389 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation growth averages 2.03% per year (389 persons), driven primarily by internal migration of 354 per year, making it one of the strongest domestic inflow suburbs in this batch. Overseas migration adds 102 per year. The 27.2% population increase over the decade significantly exceeds the national average. The medium forecast projects 20,890 by 2031, up from 18,946 in 2026. The gentrification score of 54 (active) is high: population grew 43% since 2011, growth is accelerating from 8% to 33%, and internal migration at 354/year shows strong domestic pull.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+102
Net Internal / yr
+354
Gentrification Signal
Active
Population +43% since 2011, Net internal migration +354/yr, Accelerating: 8% → 33%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Burpengary East compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burpengary East a good suburb to live in?
Burpengary East suits families seeking space and affordability: 92.6% detached houses, 61.9% four-bedroom-plus homes, and a $540,000 estimated median. Mortgage stress at 26.1% is below the 30% threshold. The tradeoff is extreme car dependency at 90.3% and no schools within suburb boundaries. Internal migration of 354 per year shows Australians actively choosing to move here.
What is the median house price in Burpengary East?
The estimated median is $540,000 (rent-derived, 2025). Weekly rent is $410 and monthly mortgage repayments sit at $2,058. At the 66th household income percentile, the mortgage-to-income ratio of 26.1% is below the stress threshold, making it accessible for the mortgage-belt families who dominate the area.
What schools are in Burpengary East?
No schools are located within Burpengary East's boundaries. The suburb covers 30.0 km2 at low density (322 people/km2), and families access primary and secondary schools in neighbouring Burpengary and Narangba. The absence of schools reflects the suburb's semi-rural character and newer residential development.
Is Burpengary East safe?
Crime data is not available for Burpengary East in the current dataset. The IRSD decile 4 indicates slightly above-average disadvantage. The 4.7% unemployment rate sits near the national average. The 7.8% needing-assistance rate is above average, and IRSAD decile 4 places it below the midpoint for socio-economic conditions.
Is Burpengary East good for property investment?
The 19.4% renter share provides a thin tenant pool. Gross yield is roughly 3.9% ($410/week on $540,000). The tight 4.2% vacancy rate limits supply risk. Internal migration of 354 per year (strongest in this batch) indicates strong demand. With 67 DAs in 12 months and active gentrification (score 54), development and demographic pressure are both rising.
How is Burpengary East's population changing?
Growth is strong at 2.03% per year (389 people), driven primarily by internal migration of 354 per year. Population grew 27.2% over the decade, well above the national average. The medium forecast projects 20,890 by 2031. The aging trajectory shows the senior share expanding by 4.1 points, while growth accelerates from 8% to 33%.
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 Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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