Greenslopes vs Holland Park
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 | Greenslopes | Holland Park |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $414 | $591 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total annual cost | $5,757 | $5,934 |
| Distance to CBD | 4.9 km | 7 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: $414 per year from Greenslopes and $591 from Holland Park to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Greenslopes | Holland Park |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 8.6/10 | 3.3/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Greenslopes State School | Seville Road State School |
| Nearest private school | St James Primary School | St Joachim's School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | Medium | Medium |
Greenslopes has the stronger school profile at 8.6/10 versus 3.3/10 for Holland Park (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Greenslopes State School (Greenslopes) and Seville Road State School (Holland Park).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and medium fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Greenslopes saves $177 per year
- City commuters: 4.9 km to CBD vs 7 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 8.6/10
- Buyers drawn to Holland Park's location relative to work and family
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Greenslopes or Holland Park?
Greenslopes and Holland Park are within $177 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 Greenslopes from Brisbane CBD compared to Holland Park?
Greenslopes is 4.9 km from Brisbane CBD. Holland Park is 7 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $414 and $591 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Greenslopes or Holland Park?
Greenslopes rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 8.6/10 versus 3.3/10 for Holland Park. The nearest state primary in Greenslopes is Greenslopes State School; in Holland Park it is Seville Road State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Greenslopes versus Holland Park?
Greenslopes has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Holland Park 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 Greenslopes compared to Holland Park?
Annual council rates for a house in Greenslopes are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Holland Park the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Greenslopes and $1,824 in Holland Park per year.
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Is Greenslopes or Holland Park better for families?
Greenslopes scores 8.6/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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