Discover the laid-back Gold Coast suburb with double-digit house price growth

PHOTO: Burleigh Heads. Gold Coast Bulletin

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As the Gold Coast continues to grow exponentially fuelled by waves of sea-changers, there’s a certain suburb to keep an eye on; one where proud locals embrace its inherent beauty and laid-back vibes, and enjoy views of the more frantic areas of the city off in the distance.

Cue Burleigh Heads, a seaside suburb spoiled with a lush national park backdrop, a famous Norfolk pine-lined beach, a burgeoning cosmopolitan scene and a world-class surf break.

All of which begs the question – is this the real surfer’s paradise?

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Living in Burleigh Heads — **Burleigh Heads’ village atmosphere just south of the city has made it popular for new residents. Photo: Marc Llewellyn**

On the up and up

According to Conal Martin, founder and principal of Kingfisher Realty, these reasons are why Burleigh has more permanent residents than any other suburb on this coastal strip, attracting not only holiday-goers but also an evolving slew of newcomers who are eager to call this coastal charmer home.

“You tend to see a large family demographic in Burleigh due to its safe and convenient environment, along with high-end professional couples and retirees who choose to move here for the weather, lifestyle and world-class facilities,” Martin says.

“And then, of course, there are the old-timers, who have witnessed the progress and changes that Burleigh has undergone, yet still love the way the suburb retains its much-loved village feel.”

Going from strength to strength, Domain’s latest House Price Report shows Burleigh Heads’ median house price grew 31.8 per cent over the year to $1.212 million.