Burpengary East
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Burpengary East, QLD 4505.
About Burpengary East
Welcome to Burpengary East
Burpengary East sits in Moreton Bay Region, roughly 40 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD, tucked between the established suburb of Burpengary and its bigger neighbour Morayfield. It's a suburb that has grown up quickly over the past decade, shifting from semi-rural acreage blocks to a mix of newer housing estates and larger established homes on generous parcels of land.
With a population of 9,654 and a median age of 38, Burpengary East attracts a strong contingent of young families and upsizers looking for space without giving up a reasonable commute to Brisbane. It suits buyers after a house-and-land lifestyle, room for a shed, pool or trampoline, and a quieter, community-feel setting close to the conveniences of Morayfield.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock here is overwhelmingly detached houses, which make up 92% of current listings, with small pockets of townhouses, land and apartments rounding out the mix. Many homes are relatively modern builds on larger blocks than you'd find closer to Brisbane, reflecting the suburb's evolution from rural land into a family-oriented residential area over the last fifteen to twenty years.
Buyers can expect a range from newer estate homes with contemporary facades and open-plan living through to some remaining larger acreage-style properties that hint at the area's semi-rural past. The emphasis throughout is on space — bigger yards, room for multiple cars, and a layout that suits families needing separation between living zones.
The property market
Burpengary East's median house price currently sits at $1.07 million, following strong growth of 25.0% recently — a clear sign of the demand that's been flowing into Moreton Bay Region's outer pockets as buyers chase more space for their money. Median rent is $690 a week, which points to solid demand from tenants as well as owner-occupiers, likely a mix of families and workers commuting to Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.
With houses dominating the market and land still available in pockets, the suburb continues to appeal both to those wanting a ready-built family home and to buyers keen to build. The growth trajectory suggests Burpengary East has been catching the eye of buyers priced out of areas closer to the city, without sacrificing too much on convenience.
Getting around
Burpengary East benefits from its proximity to the Bruce Highway, giving residents a fairly direct run south towards Brisbane or north towards the Sunshine Coast. Morayfield, immediately adjacent, offers train access into the city via the Caboolture line, making it a practical option for commuters who don't want to drive the whole way.
Local roads connect easily to Burpengary and Morayfield's town centres, and the suburb's layout — built largely around newer estates — tends to favour car use for daily errands, school runs and reaching the nearest shopping and transport hubs.
Shopping & lifestyle
For day-to-day shopping and dining, residents typically head into neighbouring Morayfield, which has a well-established retail and services precinct including a major shopping centre, supermarkets, cafes and a cinema. This gives Burpengary East residents the benefit of a growing, low-density community while still having larger-scale amenities just a short drive away.
Within the suburb itself, the pace is quieter, with local parks, sporting fields and smaller conveniences supporting everyday life. It's the kind of area where residents often value the trade-off of slightly more distance to big retail in exchange for larger blocks and a calmer street feel.
Schools & families
The suburb's demographic profile — a median age of 38 alongside a population nearing 9,700 — points strongly towards families and established households. Burpengary East and its surrounds are well served by primary and secondary options in the broader Burpengary and Morayfield area, making it a practical base for parents wanting local schooling choices without heading further into Brisbane's northern suburbs.
The combination of larger backyards, nearby parks and a family-heavy population base has helped cement Burpengary East's reputation as a settle-down suburb, rather than a transient rental market, even though rental demand remains healthy.
Market snapshot
Burpengary East property market
Median sale price
$1.07m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$690
per week
Gross rental yield
3.3%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$834k
Median
$1.07m
Premium
$1.70m
Days on market
21
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
117
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +8.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Burpengary East by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Burpengary East, QLD 4505.
Population
9,654
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$1,821
median, per week
Median rent
$410
per week
Median mortgage
$2,058
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Burpengary East
$1.50m
13-15 Montrose Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
37 Cammack Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.22m
1 Fitzroy Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.31m
34-44 Cammack Street
Sold ~July 2026
$910k
21 South Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.01m
37a Farry Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.16m
14 Brook Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$1.31m
82-84 Fleet Street
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Burpengary East
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Common questions
Burpengary East suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Burpengary East?
The median house price in Burpengary East, QLD is $1.07m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 25.0%.
How much is rent in Burpengary East?
The median weekly rent in Burpengary East is around $690 per week.
Is Burpengary East a good place to live?
Burpengary East is a coastal suburb in the City of Moreton Bay, Queensland, Australia. Burpengary East is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 9,654.
What is the population of Burpengary East?
Burpengary East has a population of 9,654 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
How long do homes take to sell in Burpengary East?
Properties in Burpengary East take around 21 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Burpengary East?
Entry-level properties in Burpengary East start around $834k, while premium homes reach $1.70m.
What suburbs are near Burpengary East?
Suburbs near Burpengary East include Morayfield.
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