Narangba vs Kallangur
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 | Narangba | Kallangur |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,577 | $1,577 |
| Water & sewerage | $2,074 | $2,074 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $11,880 | $11,880 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $18,431 | $18,431 |
| Distance to CBD | 32.8 km | 24.9 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Moreton Bay Regional Council 2025-26 and Moreton Bay Regional 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 Moreton Bay Regional Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,577 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $11,880 per year from Narangba and $11,880 from Kallangur to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Narangba | Kallangur |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 5.4/10 | 2.8/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Narangba Valley State School | Kallangur State School |
| Nearest private school | Pinnacle Academic College | Pinnacle Academic College |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
Narangba has the stronger school profile at 5.4/10 versus 2.8/10 for Kallangur (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Narangba Valley State School (Narangba) and Kallangur State School (Kallangur).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Families prioritising school scores: 5.4/10
- City commuters: 24.9 km to CBD vs 32.8 km
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Narangba or Kallangur?
Narangba and Kallangur are within $0 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 Narangba from Brisbane CBD compared to Kallangur?
Narangba is 32.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Kallangur is 24.9 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $11,880 and $11,880 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Narangba or Kallangur?
Narangba rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 5.4/10 versus 2.8/10 for Kallangur. The nearest state primary in Narangba is Narangba Valley State School; in Kallangur it is Kallangur State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Narangba versus Kallangur?
Narangba has low flood risk and high fire risk. Kallangur 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 Narangba compared to Kallangur?
Annual council rates for a house in Narangba are $1,577 (Moreton Bay Regional Council 2025-26). In Kallangur the rate is $1,577 (Moreton Bay Regional Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $2,074 in Narangba and $2,074 in Kallangur per year.
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Is Narangba or Kallangur better for families?
Narangba scores 5.4/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.
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