Suburb Intelligence

Burpengary 4505

Northern growth corridor — 38.9km from Brisbane CBD · City of Moreton Bay · 22.5 km² · Walk Score 22/100

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Burpengary 's name comes from an Aboriginal word for 'place of the green wattle', and it's got that classic northern-corridor feel ? a mix of established homes, new estates, and bushland pockets. Thirty-nine kilometres north of Brisbane with its own railway station and a median house price of $780,000, it's become a popular choice for families who want a train commute without the Caboolture price tag. Four schools (including St Eugene College, Prep-through-12 Catholic) keep the education options strong, and the Burpengary Sports Complex gives the weekend warriors somewhere to play.

Market Pulse

$780,000

Median house price

+13.0%

YoY growth

$570/week

Median rent

3.8%

Rental yield

28–35 avg

Days on market

Snapshot updated May 2026. Source: Public property records + market estimates.

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28–35 avg days on market·200 in past 12 months house sales·+13.0% YoY growth

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Living in Burpengary

Living in Burpengary: Place of the Green Wattle

Burpengary's name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning "place of the green wattle" — and there's still enough bushland here to make that name meaningful. With its own railway station on the Caboolture line, a median of $780K, four schools including St Eugene College (Prep–12 Catholic), and the Moreton Bay Central Sports Complex, it's become a popular choice for families who want a train commute without the premium of the inner stations.

Burpengary has been settled since the 1800s — a historic 1934 photo shows an Austin motor vehicle crossing a bridge here. But its real growth has come in the last two decades as the northern corridor pushed further from the city. The Burpengary station on the Caboolture line connects residents to Brisbane in about 50 minutes. Burpengary Plaza shopping centre handles daily needs.

Four schools — Burpengary State School, Burpengary State Secondary College, St Eugene College (Catholic, Prep–12), and Genesis Christian College — give families options at every level. The median of $780K represents strong value for a train-served suburb with this much amenity.

Who Should Buy Here?

Burpengary is for families who want a train line, good schools, and a sub-$800K median. It's further out, but the value proposition is hard to argue with.

Liveability

Living here

Liveability Score

9/10

Schools10/10

Transport6/10

Amenities7/10

Growth10/10

Family Fit10/10

Schools & Education

Burpengary State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public

Historic school (est. 1876) with strong community; ~950 students with English language and special ed programs

Burpengary Meadows State SchoolPrimary (P–6) · Public

Modern primary (opened 2007) with ~635 students and solid NAPLAN trajectory

St Eugene CollegePrep–12 · Catholic · ~$5,500/yr

Well-regarded Catholic college with ~1,050 students and strong NAPLAN performance

Burpengary State Secondary CollegeSecondary (7–12) · Public

Opened 2015; rapidly growing with ~890 students and expanding programs

🚗 Nearby schools

Narangba Valley State High School · Secondary (7–12) · Public

2,000+ students with comprehensive academic and vocational programs

Narangba · ~10 min drive

Walkability & Lifestyle

22/ 100 · Car-Dependent

20 parks covering 10% of area
1 per 824 residents
Bike Score: Low — limited dedicated cycling infrastructure across large suburb
Burpengary Plaza — Woolworths, specialty stores
Burpengary Village — local retail
Morayfield Shopping Centre — 5 min drive

Transport

Train station: Burpengary. Peak frequency Every 15–30 min peak (train).

~42 min by train / ~35 min by car
~35 min via Bruce Highway
Bus routes: 660, 664, 667
North Lakes, Redcliffe, Caboolture, Morayfield, Deception Bay

People & Demographics

Burpengary has a median age of 35 with 75% family households. Household income averages $1,680/week (Mid-range for Moreton Bay suburbs). Population +17.6% since 2016 (from 14,022).

16,488

Population

Median age

$1,680/week

Median household income

62%

Owner occupied

733/km²

Pop. density

2.8 people

Avg household size

Technicians & Trades

Top occupation

Slightly less advantaged than ~60% of Australian suburbs

Queensland — 4th decile

Diversity Index

20% not Anglo-Australian (3rd+ gen)

Top Ancestries

English (29%) · Australian (27%) · New Zealand (4%)

Best Fit

Who Burpengary suits

Based on property data, demographics, and lifestyle factors, Burpengary appeals to these buyer profiles.

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Families

Burpengary offers 4 schools within the suburb and 20 parks, with a median age suited to family life.

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Investors

3.8% yield with a vacancy rate of 1.3%. ~11.2% annually annual capital growth. Steady buyer and tenant demand with good affordability

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First Home Buyers

Median house price $780,000. 1 train station for city access. Relatively affordable entry point.

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Downsizers

Unit median $480,000 with Burpengary Plaza — Woolworths, specialty stores, Burpengary Village — local retail, Morayfield Shopping Centre — 5 min drive nearby. ~42 min by train / ~35 min by car · Units yield 4.6%

Property Data

Property — Houses

$780,000

Median price

+13.0%

YoY growth

+3.2%

Quarterly growth

+70% (since 2021)

5-year growth

~11.2% annually

Annual capital growth

200 in past 12 months

Sales volume (12mo)

28–35 avg

Days on market

62%

Owner-occupied

Property — Units

$480,000

Median price

+10.5%

YoY growth

+3.5%

Quarterly growth

45 in past 12 months

Sales volume (12mo)

20–28 avg

Days on market

Rental Market

🏠 House rental

$570/week

Median rent

3.8%

Gross yield

+7.0%

Rent growth (YoY)

+1.8%

Rent growth (QoQ)

🏢 Unit rental

$420/week

Median rent

4.6%

Gross yield

+8.0%

Rent growth (YoY)

Demand indicators

Vacancy rate: 1.3%

Steady — railway station + affordability + Bruce Highway access driving demand

Risk & Due Diligence

What to know before buying

Safety & Crime Intelligence

Crime score: 22/100 severity rank (0 = no crime) — significantly safer than QLD & national benchmarks across most categories.

32% lower than QLD average

Break-ins vs QLD avg

18% lower than national average

Break-ins vs national

28% lower than QLD average

Vehicle theft vs QLD

25% lower than QLD average

Violent crime vs QLD

Trend (2020–2024, all crimes declining):
Break-ins −4.8% (2020–24) · Vehicle theft −14% (2020–24) · Violent −4.0% (2020–24)
Chance of violent crime: 1 in 185 (vs QLD 1 in 123, AU 1 in 89)

Flood & Environmental Risk

Low-moderate — some overland flow near Burpengary Creek. Moderate — bushland interface on western edges. Always verify your specific property:

Check Moreton Bay Flood Viewer for specific property risk
Council flood planning overlay applies near creek corridor
Insurance: check with provider — flood premiums vary by specific lot

Development & Infrastructure Pipeline

Burpengary has active development projects shaping the suburb's future.

Burpengary East Growth Corridor

Ongoing residential development in adjacent areas with new estate releases

Infrastructure

Burpengary railway station — on Caboolture line
Burpengary Library and Community Centre
Caboolture Regional Aquatic Leisure Centre — nearby on boundary
Burpengary Plaza shopping centre

Population projection: Projected ~20,000–22,000 by 2036 (continued residential growth)

Top Sales

Recorded examples · verify current status

Recent recorded sales in Burpengary across the last 3 months.

DatePropertyPrice

May 2026 — 1 sale

May 20264br house, 22 Station Rd$980,000

Apr 2026 — 2 sales

Apr 20264br house, 45 Pitt Rd$920,000

Apr 20263br house, 15 Morayfield Rd$780,000

Mar 2026 — 1 sale

Mar 20264br house, 8 Rowley Rd$850,000

Feb 2026 — 1 sale

Feb 20263br house, 55 Oakey Flat Rd$720,000

Data sourced from public property recordsView all sold listings ↗

Investor Summary

~11.2% annually

Annual capital growth

3.8%

House rental yield

Units: 4.6%

1.3%

Vacancy rate

+7.0%

Rent growth (YoY)

Investor profile: Growth corridor suburb with railway access and strong family demand
Demand indicator: Steady buyer and tenant demand with good affordability
Gentrification risk: Low — growing suburb with diverse housing stock
Subdivision potential: Moderate-high — some greenfield land still available on western edges

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Beverley's real-world take

Living in Burpengary: Place of the Green Wattle

Thirty-nine kilometres north of Brisbane, Burpengary's name comes from an Aboriginal word for 'place of the green wattle' — and there's still enough bushland here to make that name meaningful. With its own railway station, a median of $780,000, four schools including St Eugene College (Prep-through-

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Data sources: ABS Census 2021 · QPS Crime Statistics · MySchool / ACARA NAPLAN · Council flood mapping · WalkScore.com · QLD Government population projections · TransLink GTFS. Property data is indicative — verify with current sales. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

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