Ferny Grove vs Keperra
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 | Ferny Grove | Keperra |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $1,022 | $803 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $7,265 | $7,046 |
| Distance to CBD | 12.1 km | 9.5 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: $1,022 per year from Ferny Grove and $803 from Keperra to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Ferny Grove | Keperra |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Ferny Grove State School | Ferny Hills State School |
| Nearest private school | St Andrew's Catholic School | St William's Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
Ferny Grove has the stronger school profile at 7.4/10 versus 7.1/10 for Keperra (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Ferny Grove State School (Ferny Grove) and Ferny Hills State School (Keperra).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Families prioritising school scores: 7.4/10
- Buyers watching costs: Keperra saves $219 per year
- City commuters: 9.5 km to CBD vs 12.1 km
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Ferny Grove or Keperra?
Ferny Grove and Keperra are within $219 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 Ferny Grove from Brisbane CBD compared to Keperra?
Ferny Grove is 12.1 km from Brisbane CBD. Keperra is 9.5 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $1,022 and $803 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Ferny Grove or Keperra?
Ferny Grove rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 7.4/10 versus 7.1/10 for Keperra. The nearest state primary in Ferny Grove is Ferny Grove State School; in Keperra it is Ferny Hills State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Ferny Grove versus Keperra?
Ferny Grove has low flood risk and high fire risk. Keperra has low flood risk and high fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
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What are council rates in Ferny Grove compared to Keperra?
Annual council rates for a house in Ferny Grove are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Keperra the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Ferny Grove and $1,824 in Keperra per year.
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Is Ferny Grove or Keperra better for families?
Ferny Grove scores 7.4/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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