Albany Creek vs Eatons Hill
Annual running cost comparison for Brisbane home buyers · 2025–26 data
Data updated July 2025 · Council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance
Annual running cost breakdown
| Cost component | Albany Creek | Eatons Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $1,183 | $1,419 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $3,000 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $7,526 | $7,662 |
| Distance to CBD | 14 km | 16.8 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Brisbane City Council 2025-26 and Brisbane City Council 2025-26. Commute uses ATO 88c/km over ABS annual kilometres by location class. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary.
Cost breakdown detail
Both suburbs fall under Brisbane City Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,519 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $1,183 per year from Albany Creek and $1,419 from Eatons Hill to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Albany Creek | Eatons Hill |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 7.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Albany Hills State School | Eatons Hill State School |
| Nearest private school | All Saints Primary School | All Saints Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
School quality is similar in both suburbs. Albany Creek scores 7.5/10 and Eatons Hill scores 7.2/10 on the ICSEA scale. Nearest state primary schools are Albany Hills State School and Eatons Hill State School respectively.
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Albany Creek saves $136 per year
- City commuters: 14 km to CBD vs 16.8 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 7.5/10
- Buyers drawn to Eatons Hill's location relative to work and family
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Albany Creek or Eatons Hill?
Albany Creek and Eatons Hill are within $136 of each other annually for a house. At that margin, commute direction and school scores will drive the decision more than running cost.
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How far is Albany Creek from Brisbane CBD compared to Eatons Hill?
Albany Creek is 14 km from Brisbane CBD. Eatons Hill is 16.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $1,183 and $1,419 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Albany Creek or Eatons Hill?
Albany Creek rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 7.5/10 versus 7.2/10 for Eatons Hill. The nearest state primary in Albany Creek is Albany Hills State School; in Eatons Hill it is Eatons Hill State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Albany Creek versus Eatons Hill?
Albany Creek has low flood risk and high fire risk. Eatons Hill has low flood risk and high fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
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What are council rates in Albany Creek compared to Eatons Hill?
Annual council rates for a house in Albany Creek are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Eatons Hill the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Albany Creek and $1,824 in Eatons Hill per year.
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Is Albany Creek or Eatons Hill better for families?
Albany Creek scores 7.5/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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