Kedron vs Lutwyche
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 | Kedron | Lutwyche |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $617 | $456 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $1,750 | $1,750 |
| Total annual cost | $5,710 | $5,549 |
| Distance to CBD | 7.3 km | 5.4 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: $617 per year from Kedron and $456 from Lutwyche to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Kedron | Lutwyche |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 9.0/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Kedron State School | Wooloowin State School |
| Nearest private school | St Anthony's School | Holy Cross School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | Low | Low |
School quality is similar in both suburbs. Kedron scores 9.0/10 and Lutwyche scores 9.0/10 on the ICSEA scale. Nearest state primary schools are Kedron State School and Wooloowin State School respectively.
Both suburbs share low flood risk and low fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers drawn to Kedron's location relative to work and family
- Buyers watching costs: Lutwyche saves $161 per year
- City commuters: 5.4 km to CBD vs 7.3 km
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Kedron or Lutwyche?
Kedron and Lutwyche are within $161 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 Kedron from Brisbane CBD compared to Lutwyche?
Kedron is 7.3 km from Brisbane CBD. Lutwyche is 5.4 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $617 and $456 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Kedron or Lutwyche?
Kedron rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.0/10 versus 9.0/10 for Lutwyche. The nearest state primary in Kedron is Kedron State School; in Lutwyche it is Wooloowin State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Kedron versus Lutwyche?
Kedron has low flood risk and low fire risk. Lutwyche has low flood risk and low fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
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What are council rates in Kedron compared to Lutwyche?
Annual council rates for a house in Kedron are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Lutwyche the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Kedron and $1,824 in Lutwyche per year.
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Is Kedron or Lutwyche better for families?
Kedron scores 9.0/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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