Coorparoo vs Greenslopes
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 | Coorparoo | Greenslopes |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $406 | $414 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $1,900 | $2,000 |
| Total annual cost | $5,649 | $5,757 |
| Distance to CBD | 4.8 km | 4.9 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 Coorparoo and $414 from Greenslopes to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Coorparoo | Greenslopes |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 9.2/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Coorparoo State School | Greenslopes State School |
| Nearest private school | Our Lady of Mount Carmel School | St James Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | Medium | Medium |
Coorparoo has the stronger school profile at 9.2/10 versus 8.6/10 for Greenslopes (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Coorparoo State School (Coorparoo) and Greenslopes State School (Greenslopes).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and medium fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Coorparoo saves $108 per year
- City commuters: 4.8 km to CBD vs 4.9 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 9.2/10
- Buyers drawn to Greenslopes's location relative to work and family
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Coorparoo or Greenslopes?
Coorparoo and Greenslopes are within $108 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 Coorparoo from Brisbane CBD compared to Greenslopes?
Coorparoo is 4.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Greenslopes is 4.9 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $406 and $414 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Coorparoo or Greenslopes?
Coorparoo rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.2/10 versus 8.6/10 for Greenslopes. The nearest state primary in Coorparoo is Coorparoo State School; in Greenslopes it is Greenslopes State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Coorparoo versus Greenslopes?
Coorparoo has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Greenslopes 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 Coorparoo compared to Greenslopes?
Annual council rates for a house in Coorparoo are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Greenslopes the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Coorparoo and $1,824 in Greenslopes per year.
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Is Coorparoo or Greenslopes 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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