Burwood Population 2026
Burwood has a population of 15,147, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 372× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,147
Rank in Australia
#87
Coordinates
37.85°S, 145.12°E
~80 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
458 km
284 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
Cities near Burwood
- Balwyn North21,302 people · ~7 km away
- Melbourne5,435,590 people · ~14 km away
- St Albans37,629 people · ~30 km away
- Frankston East34,457 people · ~32 km away
- Wallan15,004 people · ~50 km away
- Bacchus Marsh24,717 people · ~63 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Burwood?
Burwood has a population of 15,147 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Burwood in?
Burwood is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Burwood the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 458 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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