Burdell (Qld)

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Based on demographic evaluations of ABS records for the surrounding region alongside address records validated by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Burdell has a population calculated at 9,183 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 2,012 individuals (28.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,171 residents. The change is modeled from the resident headcount of 8,989, determined by Districts using the ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 544 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population volume yields a density of 492 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space per resident and capacity for upcoming construction. The 28.1% growth rate in the suburb of Burdell since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (7.1%) and the SA3 territory, making it a regional leader in expansion. Population gains were heavily supported by natural increase, which made up roughly of the growth during recent cycles, though interstate and overseas migration also registered positive contributions.

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Burdell features a qualified labor force with strong representations in key service industries, an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, and steady employment levels over the prior year based on localized statistical data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, there are 5,043 working residents, which keeps the local unemployment rate 2.4% lower than the Regional Qld mark of 3.9%, while the participation rate of 75.1% exceeds the Regional Qld average of 64.3%. Census data indicates a low 4.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.

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Based on ATO records gathered by Districts for financial year 2023, personal earnings in Burdell are positioned very high on a national scale. The median salary among taxpayers is $68,477 and the average salary is $75,868, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $76,256 for the median and $84,487 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual earnings in Burdell rank between the 80th and 86th percentiles nationally. The dominant earnings band is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket which includes 45.3% of the community (4,159 people), compared to in Regional Qld. High residential costs account for of earnings, yet strong wages keep disposable income in the th percentile and place the area in the th decile of the SEIFA index.

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Residential structures in Burdell at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.2% detached houses and 2.8% alternative dwellings like semi-detached properties, units, or other options, compared to Regional Qld where 76.4% were houses and 23.6% were other structures. Home ownership in Burdell was lower than the Regional Qld average, sitting at 8.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (44.8%) or renters (46.6%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,682, which is higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to $345 in Regional Qld. Nationally, mortgage payments in Burdell sit below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 80.5%, comprising couples with children at 41.5%, couples without children at 27.2%, and single parents at 10.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.5%, with single-person households representing 15.2% and group houses making up 4.5% of the total. The median household size is 2.8 individuals, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels in Burdell are lower than regional standards, with 22.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference highlights scope for training and skill building. Bachelor degrees represent the main qualification at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Practical and technical skills are common, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.1% and certificates at 32.2%.

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Public transit analysis shows 18 active stops operating in Burdell, utilizing a combination of buses. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that provide 204 passenger trips each week. Transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 362 meters from their closest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, and cars remain the primary mode of travel for 95% of workers. Households own an average of 1.7 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A low 4.5% of residents work from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Burdell shows notable health difficulties based on mortality trends and chronic illness statistics from Districts, with common conditions present across demographics, particularly in older cohorts, alongside a high private health insurance rate of roughly 57% of the population (~5,258 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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Burdell displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 89.2% of the population, Australian-born individuals representing 87.1%, and 93.1% of residents speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 46.9% of local residents. The most noticeable statistical divergence is in the Other category, which accounts for 0.7% of the community compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The median age in Burdell is 28 years, which is much younger than the Regional Qld median of 41 years and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Burdell has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (23.6%) but fewer aged 65 - 74 (4.0%). This 25 - 34 demographic concentration is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census figures show the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 1.2% to 2.1% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 16.3% to 14.4%, and the 0 to group has dropped from to . Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change significantly by . The to age group is expected to grow the most, increasing by and adding residents to reach a total of .

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Burdell currently has an estimated 909 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 464 children aged 0-2 and 310 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 53% by 2041 (to approximately 1,392 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,094. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 16.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.