Annerley vs Yeronga
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 | Annerley | Yeronga |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $406 | $422 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $1,750 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $5,499 | $6,665 |
| Distance to CBD | 4.8 km | 5 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: $406 per year from Annerley and $422 from Yeronga to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Annerley | Yeronga |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 8.5/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Junction Park State School | Yeronga State School |
| Nearest private school | Mary Immaculate Primary School | St Sebastian's Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Medium |
| Fire risk | Low | Medium |
Yeronga has the stronger school profile at 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Annerley (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Junction Park State School (Annerley) and Yeronga State School (Yeronga).
Annerley carries low flood risk and low fire risk. Yeronga has medium flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Annerley saves $1,166 per year
- City commuters: 4.8 km to CBD vs 5 km
- Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk
- Families prioritising school scores: 9.0/10
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Annerley or Yeronga?
Annerley is cheaper by $1,166 per year, or $97 per month. That covers council rates ($1,519 vs $1,519), water ($1,824 vs $1,824), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
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How far is Annerley from Brisbane CBD compared to Yeronga?
Annerley is 4.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Yeronga is 5 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $406 and $422 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Annerley or Yeronga?
Yeronga rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10 for Annerley. The nearest state primary in Annerley is Junction Park State School; in Yeronga it is Yeronga State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Annerley versus Yeronga?
Annerley has low flood risk and low fire risk. Yeronga has medium flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
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What are council rates in Annerley compared to Yeronga?
Annual council rates for a house in Annerley are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Yeronga the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Annerley and $1,824 in Yeronga per year.
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Is Annerley or Yeronga better for families?
Yeronga scores higher on schools at 9.0/10 versus 8.5/10. Annerley has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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