Browns Plains vs Logan Central
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 | Browns Plains | Logan Central |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,616 | $1,616 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,834 | $1,834 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $11,880 | $11,880 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $3,000 | $2,000 |
| Total annual cost | $18,330 | $17,330 |
| Distance to CBD | 21.6 km | 21 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Logan City Council 2025-26 and Logan 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 Logan City Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,616 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $11,880 per year from Browns Plains and $11,880 from Logan Central to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Browns Plains | Logan Central |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 1.9/10 | 0.8/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Browns Plains State School | Woodridge State School |
| Nearest private school | St Bernardine's School | St Paul's School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | Medium |
Browns Plains has the stronger school profile at 1.9/10 versus 0.8/10 for Logan Central (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Browns Plains State School (Browns Plains) and Woodridge State School (Logan Central).
Browns Plains carries low flood risk and high fire risk. Logan Central has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Families prioritising school scores: 1.9/10
- Buyers watching costs: Logan Central saves $1,000 per year
- City commuters: 21 km to CBD vs 21.6 km
- Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Browns Plains or Logan Central?
Logan Central is cheaper by $1,000 per year, or $83 per month. That covers council rates ($1,616 vs $1,616), water ($1,834 vs $1,834), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
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How far is Browns Plains from Brisbane CBD compared to Logan Central?
Browns Plains is 21.6 km from Brisbane CBD. Logan Central is 21 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $11,880 and $11,880 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Browns Plains or Logan Central?
Browns Plains rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 1.9/10 versus 0.8/10 for Logan Central. The nearest state primary in Browns Plains is Browns Plains State School; in Logan Central it is Woodridge State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Browns Plains versus Logan Central?
Browns Plains has low flood risk and high fire risk. Logan Central has low 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 Browns Plains compared to Logan Central?
Annual council rates for a house in Browns Plains are $1,616 (Logan City Council 2025-26). In Logan Central the rate is $1,616 (Logan City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,834 in Browns Plains and $1,834 in Logan Central per year.
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Is Browns Plains or Logan Central better for families?
Browns Plains scores higher on schools at 1.9/10 versus 0.8/10. Logan Central has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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