Coorparoo vs Stones Corner, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Coorparoo and Stones Corner are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 4.8 km and 3.9 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $280 a year of each other to run, so running cost is a minor factor here. The decision comes down to schools, risk and lifestyle, all in the free report.
Over 10 years, Stones Corner costs about $3,200 less to run than Coorparoo. That's about $6 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Coorparoo | Stones Corner | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $950 | $950 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $1,577 | $1,297 | +$280 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $3,200 | $3,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $6,527 | $6,247 | +$280 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,142 | $5,142 | - |
Totals exclude electricity, estimated separately below. Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance estimated from ACCC premium rates; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Coorparoo | Stones Corner | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,135 | $2,135 | - |
| Unit | $1,776 | $1,776 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for each suburb's electricity network, including supply charge (AER Default Market Offer caps, or the QCA price in regional Queensland; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown, Coorparoo vs Stones Corner (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Coorparoo and Stones Corner cost within $280 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $3,210, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $280 per year. Coorparoo is 4.8 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $5,142 and $5,142 a year, so the $280 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $950 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours Stones Corner by $280 a year, $1,297 against $1,577.
- Building insurance is identical at $2,100 a year.
Both suburbs sit in the same council area, so the rates line is identical and none of the difference between them comes from council. What separates them is commute distance.
Flood risk is rated high in Stones Corner against medium in Coorparoo, which feeds the insurance estimate. Fire risk is rated medium in Coorparoo against low in Stones Corner, which feeds the insurance estimate.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Coorparoo cumulative | Stones Corner cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $6,527 | $6,247 | $280 |
| Year 3 | $20,174 | $19,309 | $865 |
| Year 5 | $34,653 | $33,166 | $1,487 |
| Year 10 | $74,825 | $71,615 | $3,210 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Coorparoo or Stones Corner cheaper to live in?
Stones Corner is cheaper to run by car at $6,247 per year versus $6,527 for Coorparoo, a difference of $280 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Coorparoo and Stones Corner?
Annual council rates for a house are $950 in Coorparoo (Brisbane City Council) and $950 in Stones Corner (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Coorparoo and $1,900 in Stones Corner. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Coorparoo and Stones Corner?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,577 from Coorparoo and $1,297 from Stones Corner to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Coorparoo and $192 from Stones Corner.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Coorparoo and Stones Corner?
At 3% annual cost growth, Coorparoo costs a cumulative $74,825 and Stones Corner costs $71,615 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,210 in favour of Stones Corner. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Brisbane City Council and Brisbane City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.