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5.0 based on 865 reviews of 25 businesses

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Word of Mouth electricians in Burnley receive an average rating of 5.0 based off 865 reviews.

Approved Electrix

4.9
98 reviews
Quality 4.9 Service 4.9 Value 4.8
Verified ABN: 88 160 178 076 2026 Award
Servicing Burnley
Monday: 7:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22336 25+ years of experience Fully licensed & insured
Most reviewed for: Downlight installation
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"Dean and the guys installed an exhaust fan for me. Overall very happy with the service, and would 100% recommend...."

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Canny Electrics

5.0
81 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 82 609 070 788
Servicing Burnley
Monday: On call 24 hours
Licence No. REC-24614 Accredited Master Electrician Qualified A-grade electricians
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"I’ve been using canny electrics for over six years and they have completed several projects for me. They’re always..."

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Melville Electrical Services

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5.0
291 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 4.9
Verified ABN: 23 088 467 798 2025 Award
Servicing Burnley
Monday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-15289 25+ years of experience Licensed A-grade electrician
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"I've had a fantastic experience working with Doug from Melville Electrical. He's helped us with both big and small..."

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Respect Electric Services

5.0
172 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 33 151 177 174
Servicing Burnley
Monday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Licence No. REC-22807 10+ years experience A Grade Electrician
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"Prompt, efficient, competent, friendly and honest service at a fair price! You couldn't ask for more."

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Whitelock Electrical

Reviewed recently
5.0
124 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Verified ABN: 87 648 646 191 2026 Award Special Offer
Servicing Burnley
Monday: 7:30am to 4:00pm
Over 20 years combined experience Perfect 5.0 star rating on Google (220+ reviews)
Most reviewed for: General electrical
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"Very thorough and informative. Went above and beyond."

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Rightnow Services

4.6
11 reviews
Quality 4.6 Service 4.6 Value 4.6
ABN: 37 664 991 351 2023 Award Special Offer
Melbourne VIC
Monday: On call 24 hours

"Burst hot water unit, prime plumbing got here in 15mins and saved my apartment from getting flooded."

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Ellis Group Electrical

5.0
3 reviews
Quality 5.0 Service 5.0 Value 5.0
Special Offer
Melbourne VIC

"Nothing short of excellent. Provided a great service and arrived on time, was nothing but helpful. outstanding..."

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Market Intelligence

Electricians near Burnley

Data-driven insights based on 898 customer reviews collected between 2007 and 2026, ABS Census data, and 18 trust signal responses

88 / 100
Local Service Score
10 Award Winners
$1,250 median Typical Cost most jobs $600–$1,600
100% Would Choose Again
100% Positive Feedback

Burnley is one of the more affordable areas for electricians — 75% below the Victorian average, with typical jobs around $1,250. 25 electricians service the area with 898 customer reviews.

Cost guide

Most jobs range from $600 to $1,600. Nearby: Toorak ($1,250), Hawthorn ($1,250), Richmond ($1,250).

Local factors

Burnley's demographic (median age 32) shows up in review engagement: 245% more electrician reviews here than the Victorian average, meaning fresher signals on local providers.

Ratings & trust

Customer follow-up responses paint a clear satisfaction picture: 100% would choose their electrician again, 100% found them on time and reliable and 100% described them as friendly and professional. Review flow in Burnley runs above typical: 52.8 new electrician reviews a year (245% above the Victorian average) — more reviewer activity than most suburbs have on file.

Booking guidance

Based on historical reviews, April is the busiest month for electricians in Burnley and October the quietest — worth planning around if you can.

Based on 898 customer reviews collected on Word of Mouth between 2007–2026, and ABS Census 2021 data.

52.8 / yr Review velocity +277%
5.0 stars Avg rating above avg
$300 Typical cost -60%
5.0 stars Service rating
35.9 avg Reviews / provider
314.9 / 10k Provider density

Electrician reviews & ratings over time — Burnley area

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Electrician reviews, ratings and typical cost by year in the Burnley area, from customer reviews on Word of Mouth.
Year Reviews Average rating out of 5 Median reported cost
2007 1 5.0 no prices reported
2011 17 4.9 $520
2012 14 4.7 $775
2013 46 4.9 $400
2014 89 4.9 $192
2015 77 5.0 $647
2016 76 5.0 $361
2017 112 5.0 $290
2018 76 5.0 $600
2019 64 4.9 $375
2020 84 4.9 $300
2021 45 5.0 $525
2022 22 5.0 $1,500
2023 43 5.0 $240
2024 75 5.0 $950
2025 37 4.8 $1,350
2026 20 5.0 $300

Based on Word of Mouth reviews 2007–2026

Based on customer-reported prices. Outliers removed.

Burnley area profile ABS Census 2021

794 Population
30.1% Own with mortgage
19.9% Houses
$2,423 Median income / week

How we calculate the Local Service Score: We combine two sources of data: first-party data collected directly by Word of Mouth — verified customer reviews, customer-reported pricing, post-service trust-signal responses, and service awards — with suburb-level population and housing data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census. The score measures how well Burnley is served for electricians, reflecting the depth of choice, quality of service, and value for money available to residents compared to other suburbs across Australia. See our Local Service Score methodology for data sources, update frequency, and quality guardrails.

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Electricians in Burnley — FAQs

What should I expect to pay for a electrician in Burnley?

Based on customer-reported pricing on Word of Mouth, electricians in Burnley typically charge between $600 and $1,600. This is 75% more affordable than the Victorian average.

What do customers actually say about local electricians?

According to 18 customer responses on Word of Mouth, 100% of customers would choose their electrician in Burnley again. 100% found them to be on time and reliable, and 100% described them as friendly and professional.

When should I book a electrician for the best availability?

Based on historical review patterns on Word of Mouth, electrician demand in Burnley tends to peak in April and is quietest in October. Booking during quieter months may mean more providers available and faster response times.

How do I find a good electrician in Burnley?

Start by comparing reviews from real customers — Burnley has 898 electrician reviews on Word of Mouth. Approved Electrix (2026), Whitelock Electrical (2026) and Melville Electrical Services (2025) have earned a Word of Mouth Service Award (plus 6 other local award winners) — an award that recognises consistently high customer ratings over a calendar year. Look for providers with a high 'would choose again' score — the Burnley average is 100%.

How well-rated are electricians in Burnley?

Electricians in Burnley have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 898 customer reviews on Word of Mouth. This is above the national average of 4.87 stars.

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