BURNIE
Investor score
48
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
4.8%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
1.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BURNIE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BURNIE shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
Median rent
$240/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.24%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
42 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.6%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
BURNIE is a TAS suburb offering moderate rental yield and moderate price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 4.8% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,187/wk
$31k taxable p.a.
Renters
35.0%
62.6% owner-occupier
Median age
40.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.6%
Population growth
+0.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
9.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
80%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
21.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.0 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
9.5%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
233.7 km
Regional
Days on market
98 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
21.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
4.9 km
Near coast
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
75/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 7320
🏫Primary (6)
Stella Maris Catholic School
Catholic · Yrs Prep-6
Burnie Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Cooee Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Montello Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Romaine Park Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Havenview Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (4)
Marist Regional College
Catholic · Yrs 7-12
Burnie High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Hellyer College
Government · Yrs 11-12
Parklands High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
⭐Special (1)
North West Support School
Government · Yrs K-12
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
School quality
Below average11 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
20
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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