Camp Hill vs Coorparoo
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 | Camp Hill | Coorparoo |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $507 | $406 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,800 | $1,900 |
| Total annual cost | $6,650 | $5,649 |
| Distance to CBD | 6 km | 4.8 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: $507 per year from Camp Hill and $406 from Coorparoo to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Camp Hill | Coorparoo |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 9.1/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Camp Hill State Infants and Primary School | Coorparoo State School |
| Nearest private school | St Thomas' School | Our Lady of Mount Carmel School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | Medium |
School quality is similar in both suburbs. Camp Hill scores 9.1/10 and Coorparoo scores 9.2/10 on the ICSEA scale. Nearest state primary schools are Camp Hill State Infants and Primary School and Coorparoo State School respectively.
Camp Hill carries low flood risk and high fire risk. Coorparoo has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers drawn to Camp Hill's location relative to work and family
- Buyers watching costs: Coorparoo saves $1,001 per year
- City commuters: 4.8 km to CBD vs 6 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 9.2/10
- Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Camp Hill or Coorparoo?
Coorparoo is cheaper by $1,001 per year, or $83 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 Camp Hill from Brisbane CBD compared to Coorparoo?
Camp Hill is 6 km from Brisbane CBD. Coorparoo is 4.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $507 and $406 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Camp Hill or Coorparoo?
Coorparoo rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.2/10 versus 9.1/10 for Camp Hill. The nearest state primary in Camp Hill is Camp Hill State Infants and Primary School; in Coorparoo it is Coorparoo State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Camp Hill versus Coorparoo?
Camp Hill has low flood risk and high fire risk. Coorparoo 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 Camp Hill compared to Coorparoo?
Annual council rates for a house in Camp Hill are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Coorparoo the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Camp Hill and $1,824 in Coorparoo per year.
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Is Camp Hill or Coorparoo better for families?
Coorparoo scores 9.2/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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