Which is cheaper to live in, Springwood or Rochedale South?

Rochedale South is cheaper by $11,083 per year, or $924 per month. That covers council rates ($1,519 vs $1,616), water ($1,824 vs $1,834), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.

How far is Springwood from Brisbane CBD compared to Rochedale South?

Springwood is 20.1 km from Brisbane CBD. Rochedale South is 17.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $11,880 and $1,504 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.

Which suburb has better schools, Springwood or Rochedale South?

Rochedale South rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 5.1/10 versus 4.0/10 for Springwood. The nearest state primary in Springwood is Springwood Central State School; in Rochedale South it is Springwood Road State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.

What are council rates in Springwood compared to Rochedale South?

Annual council rates for a house in Springwood are $1,616 (Logan City Council 2025-26). In Rochedale South the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,834 in Springwood and $1,824 in Rochedale South per year.

Is Springwood or Rochedale South better for families?

Rochedale South scores 5.1/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.

Springwood vs Rochedale South

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

Quick verdict: Rochedale South costs $11,083 less per year than Springwood, or $924 per month. Held over ten years at current rates, that gap reaches roughly $110,830. Rochedale South scores 5.1/10 on schools versus 4.0/10 for Springwood. Rochedale South has lower combined flood and fire risk.

Annual running cost breakdown

Cost component	Springwood	Rochedale South
Council rates	$1,616	$1,519
Water & sewerage	$1,834	$1,824
Annual commute (driving)	$11,880	$1,504
Home insurance (estimated)	$2,800	$2,200
Total annual cost	$18,130	$7,047
Distance to CBD	20.1 km	17.8 km

Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Logan 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

Springwood is rated by Logan City Council 2025-26 at $1,616 per year. Rochedale South falls under Brisbane City Council 2025-26 at $1,519.

Rochedale South is 17.8 km from Brisbane CBD; Springwood is 20.1 km. Annual driving costs come to $1,504 from Rochedale South and $11,880 from Springwood, a $10,376 difference.

Schools and risk profile

Factor	Springwood	Rochedale South
School score (ICSEA)	4.0/10	5.1/10
Nearest state primary	Springwood Central State School	Springwood Road State School
Nearest private school	Calvary Christian College	St Peter's Primary School
Flood risk	Low	Low
Fire risk	High	Medium

Rochedale South has the stronger school profile at 5.1/10 versus 4.0/10 for Springwood (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Springwood Central State School (Springwood) and Springwood Road State School (Rochedale South).

Springwood carries low flood risk and high fire risk. Rochedale South has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.

Who each suburb suits

Choose Springwood if you

Buyers drawn to Springwood's location relative to work and family

Choose Rochedale South if you

Buyers watching costs: Rochedale South saves $11,083 per year
City commuters: 17.8 km to CBD vs 20.1 km
Families prioritising school scores: 5.1/10
Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper to live in, Springwood or Rochedale South?

Rochedale South is cheaper by $11,083 per year, or $924 per month. That covers council rates ($1,519 vs $1,616), water ($1,824 vs $1,834), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
How far is Springwood from Brisbane CBD compared to Rochedale South?

Springwood is 20.1 km from Brisbane CBD. Rochedale South is 17.8 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $11,880 and $1,504 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
Which suburb has better schools, Springwood or Rochedale South?

Rochedale South rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 5.1/10 versus 4.0/10 for Springwood. The nearest state primary in Springwood is Springwood Central State School; in Rochedale South it is Springwood Road State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
What are the flood and fire risks in Springwood versus Rochedale South?

Springwood has low flood risk and high fire risk. Rochedale South has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe flood mapping and QFES bushfire prone land data.
What are council rates in Springwood compared to Rochedale South?

Annual council rates for a house in Springwood are $1,616 (Logan City Council 2025-26). In Rochedale South the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,834 in Springwood and $1,824 in Rochedale South per year.
Is Springwood or Rochedale South better for families?

Rochedale South scores 5.1/10 on schools and has lower flood and fire risk. For families running both checks, it wins on both counts.

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