Springfield Lakes vs Augustine Heights
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 | Springfield Lakes | Augustine Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,713 | $1,713 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $11,880 | $11,880 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,950 | $2,800 |
| Total annual cost | $18,367 | $18,217 |
| Distance to CBD | 26.2 km | 25.7 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Ipswich City Council 2025-26 and Ipswich 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 Ipswich City Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,713 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $11,880 per year from Springfield Lakes and $11,880 from Augustine Heights to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Springfield Lakes | Augustine Heights |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 5.8/10 | 6.2/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Springfield Lakes State School | Augusta State School |
| Nearest private school | Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School | The Springfield Anglican College - Primary Campus |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
Augustine Heights has the stronger school profile at 6.2/10 versus 5.8/10 for Springfield Lakes (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Springfield Lakes State School (Springfield Lakes) and Augusta State School (Augustine Heights).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers drawn to Springfield Lakes's location relative to work and family
- Buyers watching costs: Augustine Heights saves $150 per year
- City commuters: 25.7 km to CBD vs 26.2 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 6.2/10
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Springfield Lakes or Augustine Heights?
Springfield Lakes and Augustine Heights are within $150 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 Springfield Lakes from Brisbane CBD compared to Augustine Heights?
Springfield Lakes is 26.2 km from Brisbane CBD. Augustine Heights is 25.7 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, Springfield Lakes or Augustine Heights?
Augustine Heights rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 6.2/10 versus 5.8/10 for Springfield Lakes. The nearest state primary in Springfield Lakes is Springfield Lakes State School; in Augustine Heights it is Augusta State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Springfield Lakes versus Augustine Heights?
Springfield Lakes has low flood risk and high fire risk. Augustine Heights 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 Springfield Lakes compared to Augustine Heights?
Annual council rates for a house in Springfield Lakes are $1,713 (Ipswich City Council 2025-26). In Augustine Heights the rate is $1,713 (Ipswich City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Springfield Lakes and $1,824 in Augustine Heights per year.
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Is Springfield Lakes or Augustine Heights better for families?
Augustine Heights scores higher on schools at 6.2/10 versus 5.8/10. Springfield Lakes has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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