Mitchelton 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 | Mitchelton | Keperra |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $710 | $803 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,800 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $6,853 | $7,046 |
| Distance to CBD | 8.4 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: $710 per year from Mitchelton and $803 from Keperra to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Mitchelton | Keperra |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 7.3/10 | 7.1/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Mitchelton State School | Ferny Hills State School |
| Nearest private school | Our Lady of Dolours School | St William's Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
School quality is similar in both suburbs. Mitchelton scores 7.3/10 and Keperra scores 7.1/10 on the ICSEA scale. Nearest state primary schools are Mitchelton State School and Ferny Hills State School respectively.
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Mitchelton saves $193 per year
- City commuters: 8.4 km to CBD vs 9.5 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 7.3/10
- Buyers drawn to Keperra's location relative to work and family
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Mitchelton or Keperra?
Mitchelton and Keperra are within $193 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 Mitchelton from Brisbane CBD compared to Keperra?
Mitchelton is 8.4 km from Brisbane CBD. Keperra is 9.5 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $710 and $803 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Mitchelton or Keperra?
Mitchelton rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 7.3/10 versus 7.1/10 for Keperra. The nearest state primary in Mitchelton is Mitchelton 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 Mitchelton versus Keperra?
Mitchelton 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 Mitchelton compared to Keperra?
Annual council rates for a house in Mitchelton 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 Mitchelton and $1,824 in Keperra per year.
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Is Mitchelton or Keperra better for families?
Mitchelton scores 7.3/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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