Burdekin Shire Council
Burdekin Shire Council scores well on sustainability (78/100) but only 38/100 on core operations — a gap worth watching.
"Sugar and sunsets — Ayr, Home Hill, and the Burdekin Delta"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 17,500
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
54 out of 100
#8 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#25 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 78/100 |
| Community Services | 57/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 43/100 |
| Core Operations | 38/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Burdekin Shire performs strongest in financial sustainability (better than 78% of peers), with room to improve in infrastructure and operations (currently at the 38th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Sugar and sunsets — Ayr, Home Hill, and the Burdekin Delta
Sugar cane country south of Townsville.
Known For
- Sugar cane farming
- Burdekin Dam
- Alva Beach
- Rural community
Living Here
Affordable tropical living with farming employment.
Hidden Gem
Cape Bowling Green — vast coastal wetland with barramundi fishing.