Trish Moore Licensed Estate Agent

Trish Moore B.Bus (Acc) FCA

Principal Buyers Agent

Estate Agent Licence

VIC 087665L

Chartered accountants Australia New Zealand

What's it like living in Burnside?

Is Burnside a good suburb to buy in?

Burnside sits 22 kilometres west of the CBD within the City of Melton, wrapped by Kororoit Creek on its northern and western boundaries. The creek separates Burnside from Burnside Heights to the north and Caroline Springs to the west, and it supports genuine wildlife habitat, including the threatened growling grass frog alongside tiger snakes and blue-tongue lizards along its walking and cycling paths.

What's the Burnside property market like?

The median house price sits at $780,000, up around 4% over the past year but down about 7% in the most recent quarter, the kind of swing you see in a thinly traded market rather than a clear trend. Over the full decade the suburb has still grown 7.08% a year on average. The Modeina Estate, developed by Dennis Family Corporation, represents Burnside's premium phase, creek-front lots with design guidelines and consistent landscaping, marketed explicitly as Caroline Springs' lifestyle without Caroline Springs' price or traffic.

What should buyers watch for in Burnside?

Sales volume here is thin, only 23 sales in the most recent quarter, which means the median can swing more than in a deeper market and a single premium sale can shift the headline number. Confirm whether a specific property is in the newer Modeina Estate or Burnside's earlier development phase, since the two carry different price points and design standards.

Why use a buyers advocate in Burnside?

Volatile short-term movements combined with low sales volume are exactly the setup where a buyer can overpay chasing a headline number they don't fully understand. We look past the headline percentage and check what specific sales are driving Burnside's numbers before recommending a price for a property here.

The information provided is for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, the information may not be complete, current, or applicable to your specific situation. You should always do your own research and, where appropriate, seek advice from a qualified professional before making any decisions based on this information.

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The Burnside property market

Data from Q4 2025 · Victorian Property Sales Report

These charts show median property prices, sales activity, and investment metrics for Burnside. The median price represents the middle value of all sales—half sold for more, half for less—giving a more accurate picture than averages, which can be skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median House Price $780k ↑ 4.3% YoY

Price History (2015-2025)

Annual median prices showing long-term capital growth trends. Use this to assess how the suburb has performed through different market cycles.

Investment Performance

CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows average yearly growth accounting for compounding—a key metric for comparing investment returns.

Q4 2025 Sales Volume

Number of properties sold this quarter. Higher volumes indicate more market activity and reliable pricing data.

Recent Price Changes

Quarterly shows change from last quarter; Annual (YoY) compares to the same quarter last year, smoothing seasonal effects.

Data Sources: Property sales data from Victorian Property Sales Report (Department of Transport and Planning). Rental data from Homes Victoria Rental Report. All data licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0.

Demographics of Burnside

Based on 2021 Australian Census

Population 5,795
Median Age 37
Avg Household Size 3.1
Median Personal Income $676/wk

Age Distribution

Housing Tenure

Income & Housing Costs

Median Personal Income (weekly) $676
Median Family Income (weekly) $2,054
Median Rent (weekly) $400
Median Mortgage (monthly) $2,000

Top Occupations

Transport to Work

Languages Spoken at Home

English only 41.2%
Vietnamese 7.3%
Tagalog 3.9%
Spanish 2.7%
Arabic 2.4%
Filipino 2.3%

Country of Birth

Australia 49.1%
Philippines 6.2%
India 5%
Vietnam 4.7%
Iraq 2.7%
Malta 2.5%

Dwellings

Total Dwellings 1,885
Occupied Dwellings 1,745
Unoccupied Dwellings 92

Data Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021 Census of Population and Housing. View full census data →

Schools in Burnside

1 school found

School Name Type Sector Year Range ICSEA Enrolments
Burnside Primary School
Prep-6 ICSEA: 1034 405 students
Primary Government Prep-6 1034 405

Data Source: Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), MySchool data. ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) represents the relative socio-educational advantage of students. The average ICSEA score is 1000.

Places of interest in Burnside

  • Local parks and reserves
  • Community recreation areas
  • Family playgrounds

Nearby attractions

  • Watergardens Town Centre in Taylors Lakes (250+ stores, Woolworths, Aldi, Big W, Kmart, Hoyts Cinema, Zone Bowling, Timezone, Sydenham Library, Railway Station adjacent)
  • Animal Land Children's Farm in Diggers Rest (established 1990, petting zoo, pony rides, farm animals, playgrounds)
  • Organ Pipes National Park (near Keilor)
  • Melton Reservoir (birdwatching, bushland, wildlife including wallabies and kangaroos)

Buyers agent Burnside VIC3023

How can a buyer's advocate help me purchase property in Burnside?

A buyer's advocate in Burnside brings local market knowledge, access to off-market properties, and expert negotiation skills. We handle the entire purchase process from property search through to settlement, saving you time and often thousands of dollars through better negotiation outcomes. Our understanding of the Burnside market means we can identify genuine value and help you avoid costly mistakes.

What are the benefits of using a buyers agent when buying in Burnside?

Working with a buyers agent in Burnside means you get unbiased advice, professional property evaluation, and someone negotiating solely in your interest. We identify properties with genuine potential and save you countless hours on property searches and inspections while giving you confidence in your purchase decision.

Can you help me buy an investment property in Burnside?

Yes. Burnside has recorded 7.1% annual capital growth over the past decade, within City of Melton. We assess rental demand, tenant profile, and growth trajectory alongside that history to judge whether a specific property is a sound investment or just riding a suburb-wide average.

What happens after I engage your services in Burnside?

After engagement, we begin an active search for properties matching your criteria in Burnside. We attend inspections, provide market analysis, and present suitable opportunities. Once we identify the right property, we handle negotiations, coordinate due diligence, and guide you through to settlement. You're informed at every step but we manage the detail.

How does Burnside compare to other suburbs in City of Melton?

Burnside's median house price of $780,000 needs context against the rest of City of Melton — some pockets nearby offer similar lifestyle at a different price point. We regularly compare Burnside against 2-3 alternatives within the same council area so you can see the trade-offs clearly.

Do you help with vendor advocacy as well as buying in Burnside?

Yes — if you're selling in Burnside to buy elsewhere, or selling as part of a broader move, we can coordinate both sides so the timing and numbers work together, rather than treating the sale and purchase as two disconnected transactions.

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