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Burleigh Heads Suburb Profile 

Beach, eat, shop, repeat; Burleigh Heads knows how to live by the sea. With its beautiful surroundings of pristine beaches and serene parklands combined with its impressive café and bar scene, it’s not hard to see why Gold Coast locals are heading south to put down their roots at beachside Burleigh.  
Burleigh Heads Suburb Profile 
Living in Burleigh Heads
The Locals

Boasting hard-to-beat views over the impressive skyline of the northern Gold Coast and renowned for its boutique shopping and trend-setting eateries, Burleigh Heads has a unique charm that appeals to both holiday-goers and residents. Living in Burleigh Heads means enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Burleigh Heads Beach, a major drawcard offering sought-after surf conditions, patrolled swimming beaches, and a lively foreshore. Parklands like Justin’s Park line the back of the beach, providing picnic and barbecue facilities, grassy sunbathing spots, venues for community markets, and pathways connecting to nearby Miami Beach. 

The stunning natural surroundings of Burleigh Heads inspire early risers to hit the beachfront or national park pathways for their morning fitness routines. Living in Burleigh Heads also means savoring the bustling breakfast scene at beloved coffee spots, while beachgoers soak up the sun and wander between the surf, sand, and the lively foreshore. 

The nearby foreshore draws crowds with regular community events and captivating performances like fire twirling. Burleigh Heads National Park offers secret pathways around the picturesque southern headland, leading to the hidden gem of Echo Beach. Meanwhile, nature enthusiasts can explore native wildlife up close at the David Fleay Wildlife Park, with shows featuring creatures like crocodiles, platypuses, and wallabies. 

Families of all shapes and sizes, professionals and retirees call Burleigh Heads home, with the area being renowned for having more permanent residents than any of its nearby Gold Coast neighbours.  

All year round the local community greets keen day-trippers and visitors from all over the world. 

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