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Burdell is a northern Townsville suburb with a modern, family-oriented character, made up of recently built single-family homes on modest blocks and pockets of open green space. Parks, playgrounds and walking trails link to nearby wetland and river corridors, so outdoor living is a clear emphasis. The suburb suits households after quieter streets and backyard space while remaining connected to the city; shops, schools and community services are found in neighbouring suburbs and major roads provide straightforward access to broader Townsville facilities and the airport.

About 7,171 people live in Burdell and the median age is 28. Families are prominent, with couple families with and without children together representing 85.4% of families, and homes are slightly more often owner-occupied than rented. Local facilities include the Northern Beaches Leisure Centre with a 50 metre competition pool, the North Shore Youth Hub with a skate park and multi-sports court, The Green sports field with a weatherproof perimeter fence, and both North Shore State School and Townsville Grammar School’s North Shore campus. The planning scheme also identifies land for future community and recreational facilities.

Buying a house in Burdell works out to about 6.3 times a typical local household's annual income at the last Census. That's based on the median house price of $730,000 and a Census household income of $2,232 a week (about $116,064 a year), which puts buying well above local incomes. Renting a house at about $630 a week would take roughly 28% of a typical local household's weekly income at the last Census, a moderate share. On these figures, renting a house looks noticeably less stretched against local incomes than buying.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Over the past 12 months house values in Burdell rose 17.1%, a strong gain in what houses are worth. House rents also increased, up 10.5% over the year, which is likewise a strong rise in rental income. The increase in prices outpaced the rise in rents, so capital growth has been the stronger performer this year.

Which of those matters most depends on your goals; if rental income is your priority the rent change is the relevant figure, and if price appreciation is your priority the value change is the one to consider. Whether that balance makes Burdell the right investment for you depends on your personal circumstances and objectives.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.