TAS · 7320

Burnie

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Burnie, TAS 7320.

Burnie, TAS 7320

About Burnie

Welcome to Burnie

Burnie is a port city on the north-west coast of Tasmania, Australia. It is the fourth largest city on the island, located approximately 325 kilometres (202 mi) north-west of the state capital of Hobart, 147 kilometres (91 mi) north-west of Launceston, and 47 kilometres (29 mi) west of Devonport. Founded in 1827 as Emu Bay, the township was renamed in the early 1840s after William Burnie, a director of the Van Diemen's Land Company, and proclaimed a city by Queen Elizabeth II on 26 April 1988. As of the 2021 census, Burnie has a population of 19,918, with a municipality area of 600 square kilometres (230 sq mi), administered by the City of Burnie.

Market snapshot

Burnie property market

Median price ranks #3,727 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 2%

Median sale price

$313k

Unit · 2 bed

Median rent

$345

per week

Gross rental yield

5.7%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$255k

Median

$313k

Premium

$655k

Days on market

18

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

10

Median sold price trend · Unit 2 bed

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Burnie by dwelling type.

House50%
Apartment / Unit29%
Land17%
Townhouse4%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Burnie, TAS 7320.

Population

693

residents (2021)

Median age

42

years

Household income

$1,064

median, per week

Median rent

$240

per week

Median mortgage

$1,083

per month

Mortgage / income

23%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Burnie

Independent & Catholic schools

Stella Maris Catholic School

Prep-6CoEdCatholic
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Indie School - Devonport (Burnie Campus)

Private

Marist Regional College

7-12CoEdCatholic
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Recent results

Recently sold in Burnie

$375k

8A Queen Street

apartment2 bd · 1 ba

Sold ~July 2026

$499k

9/3 Vernon Place

apartment2 bd · 1 car

Sold ~June 2026

$549k

158 Wilson Street

land6 bd · 6 car

Sold ~June 2026

$549k

28 Hodgman Street

house4 bd · 2 ba · 2 car

Sold ~June 2026

$520k

48 Moody Street

house4 bd · 1 car

Sold ~June 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

Explore the area

Properties & amenities in Burnie

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Price map around Burnie

Every listing for sale near Burnie, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.

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Common questions

Burnie suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Burnie?

The median unit price in Burnie, TAS is $313k for a 2-bedroom home.

How much is rent in Burnie?

The median weekly rent in Burnie is around $345 per week.

Is Burnie a good place to live?

Burnie is a port city on the north-west coast of Tasmania, Australia. Burnie is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 693 and 3 schools in the area.

What is the population of Burnie?

Burnie has a population of 693 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.

What schools are in Burnie?

There are 3 schools in or near Burnie, including Stella Maris Catholic School, Indie School - Devonport (Burnie Campus) and Marist Regional College.

How long do homes take to sell in Burnie?

Properties in Burnie take around 18 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Burnie?

Entry-level properties in Burnie start around $255k, while premium homes reach $655k.

What suburbs are near Burnie?

Suburbs near Burnie include Montello, Parklands, South Burnie, Hillcrest and Brooklyn.

Available now

Properties in Burnie

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NewFor Sale
$120,000
land

Panoramic Ocean Views & CBD Convenience Build Your Vision Here!

21 Edwardes Street, South Burnie TAS 7320
698 m²
One Agency BurnieYesterday
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For Sale
$349,000
apartment

Smart Buying in a Handy Upper Burnie Location

1/11 Turnbull Avenue, Upper Burnie TAS 7320
211277 m²
Elders Real Estate Burnie2 weeks ago
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For Sale
$529,000
house

Secure This Opportunity in the Heart of Burnie

2 Regent Street, Burnie TAS 7320
42194 m²
Harcourts Burnie2 weeks ago
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For Sale
$549,000
house

Affordably YOURS!!

31 Winter Avenue, Upper Burnie TAS 7320
312637 m²
Harcourts Ulverstone & Penguin1 month ago
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For Sale
$449,000
apartment

CBD Convenience with a Secure Return

2/4 William Street, Burnie TAS 7320
221134 m²
Elders Real Estate Burnie3 weeks ago
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For Sale
$699,000
house

Elevated Position, Exceptional Outlook

27 View Road, Burnie TAS 7320
324862 m²
Harcourts Burnie4 weeks ago
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For Sale
$545,000
house

Stylish, Updated & Perfectly Positioned

26 Jones Street, Burnie TAS 7320
211373 m²
Harcourts Burnie3 months ago
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For Sale
$499,000
house

2 bedroom plus studio retreat!

26 Deacon Street, Upper Burnie TAS 7320
21496 m²
Jenrew Real Estate2 months ago
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For Sale
$195,000
land

Downtown living

41 Queen Street, Burnie TAS 7320
400 m²
Harcourts Burnie3 months ago
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For Sale
$225,000
land

Inner city Block

6 William Street, Burnie TAS 7320
619 m²
Harcourts Burnie3 months ago
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For Sale
$410,000
house

The Perfect Blend of Convenience and Practicality

29 Winter Avenue, Upper Burnie TAS 7320
312640 m²
Elders Real Estate Burnie1 month ago
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For Sale
$279,000
apartment

Nest or Invest in North Terrace

20/47 North Terrace, Burnie TAS 7320
1160 m²
Harcourts Ulverstone & Penguin3 months ago
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