Ben Burston

Chief Economist, Research & Consulting

SydneyAU

I am the Chief Economist and Head of Research & Consulting at Knight Frank Australia. I oversee our research program spanning all states and sectors nationally and am a lead spokesperson for the firm on property market conditions and outlook.

My key focus is providing our clients and our people with the research and innovative thinking they need to achieve exceptional results. I identify emerging trends in the market and the wider economy that will influence future performance and unlock new opportunities over the short and long term and communicate these in a way that is accessible, insightful, and impactful.

With many years of experience in Australia and overseas as a macroeconomist and property research professional, I bring a deep understanding of real estate investment trends and their underlying drivers across all the major asset classes. This expertise enables me to deliver the broad perspective and deep insight that our clients and our people need to drive success and ensure they are future-ready.

I work pro-actively and collaboratively with our global and local research teams to offer our clients the best possible advice, drawing together our collective expertise to achieve exceptional outcomes in the true spirit of partnership.

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Research Reports

Melbourne CBD Office Market

This report highlights current market conditions in the Melbourne CBD office market.

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Canberra Office Market

This report provides an overview of the Canberra Office market.

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North Shore Office Market

This report highlights current and forecast conditions in the North Shore office market (comprising the precincts of North Sydney, St Leonards, Chatswood and Macquarie Park-North Ryde).

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Sydney CBD Office Market

This report gives an overview of current market trends in the Sydney CBD office market.

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Active Capital The Report

Active Capital gives a unique insight into the dynamics of the real estate capital markets around the world.

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Australian Industrial Review

A quarterly summary of trends and insights from all major Australian Industrial markets.

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Wollongong Insight 2023

This Research Insight examines market conditions in Wollongong (to the south of Sydney).

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Melbourne Fringe Office Market

This report highlights conditions in the Melbourne Fringe market and what is driving its emergence.

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Brisbane CBD Office Market

This report provides an overview of current and forecast conditions in the Brisbane CBD office market.

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Breaking the shackles: the rise of BTR

After a long wait, Australia's build-to-rent (BTR) sector is finally emerging due to rising demand, supply shortages, and increased interest from local and global investors. This report provides insights into the current state and future…

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Perth CBD Office Market

This report provides an overview of current and forecast conditions in the Perth CBD office market.

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Parramatta Office Market

This report provides an overview of the Parramatta office market.

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Sydney City Fringe Office Market

Examination of the investment and occupier markets in the suburbs of the City Fringe.

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Outlook Report

Navigating the Path to Performance. Top ten insights and exploration of the major themes driving the property market in Australia.

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Adelaide Office Market

The report provides an overview of the Adelaide office market including the CBD and CBD Fringe precincts.

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Brisbane Fringe Office Market

This report provides an overview of conditions in the Brisbane Fringe office market.

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St Kilda Road and Southbank Office Market

This report provides an overview of the St Kilda Road and Southbank office precincts of Melbourne.

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National Industrial

Quarterly summary of trends across the major Australian Industrial markets.

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Brisbane Industrial Market

This report highlights current conditions in the Brisbane industrial market.

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Adelaide Industrial Market

An overview of the market conditions and demand drivers in the Adelaide Industrial market.

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Melbourne Industrial Market

This report highlights current market trends in the Melbourne Industrial market.

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