BURRUM TOWN
Investor score
49
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
5.1%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
4.2%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.6%
modelled estimate
AI insights for BURRUM TOWN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
BURRUM TOWN 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
$270/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+3.6%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.10%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
BURRUM TOWN is a QLD suburb offering high rental yield and steady price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Strong rental yield of 5.1%
- Consistent annual growth of 4.2%
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$858/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
15.9%
80.5% owner-occupier
Median age
60.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.7%
Population growth
+1.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
14.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
11.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.9 ha
Large block
Household size
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.0%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
249.2 km
Regional
Days on market
54 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
27.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
27.8 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
60/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Schools in postcode 4659
🏫Primary (1)
Howard State School
Government · Yrs Prep-6
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
Safety index
Moderate8.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Disadvantaged1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
5
/ 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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