Victoria Point vs Redland Bay
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 | Victoria Point | Redland Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,728 | $1,728 |
| Water & sewerage | $2,037 | $2,037 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $11,880 | $11,880 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $3,200 | $2,900 |
| Total annual cost | $18,845 | $18,545 |
| Distance to CBD | 28.9 km | 32.9 km |
Teal = lower cost. Council rates from Redland City Council 2025-26 and Redland 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 Redland City Council 2025-26, paying the same general rate of $1,728 per year.
Driving commute costs are similar: $11,880 per year from Victoria Point and $11,880 from Redland Bay to Brisbane CBD.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Victoria Point | Redland Bay |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 2.9/10 | 5.2/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Victoria Point State School | Scenic Shores State School |
| Nearest private school | Faith Lutheran College - Redlands | St Rita's Primary School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | High | High |
Redland Bay has the stronger school profile at 5.2/10 versus 2.9/10 for Victoria Point (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Victoria Point State School (Victoria Point) and Scenic Shores State School (Redland Bay).
Both suburbs share low flood risk and high fire risk according to Queensland government mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- City commuters: 28.9 km to CBD vs 32.9 km
- Buyers watching costs: Redland Bay saves $300 per year
- Families prioritising school scores: 5.2/10
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Victoria Point or Redland Bay?
Redland Bay is cheaper by $300 per year, or $25 per month. That covers council rates ($1,728 vs $1,728), water ($2,037 vs $2,037), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
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How far is Victoria Point from Brisbane CBD compared to Redland Bay?
Victoria Point is 28.9 km from Brisbane CBD. Redland Bay is 32.9 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, Victoria Point or Redland Bay?
Redland Bay rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 5.2/10 versus 2.9/10 for Victoria Point. The nearest state primary in Victoria Point is Victoria Point State School; in Redland Bay it is Scenic Shores State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Victoria Point versus Redland Bay?
Victoria Point has low flood risk and high fire risk. Redland Bay 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 Victoria Point compared to Redland Bay?
Annual council rates for a house in Victoria Point are $1,728 (Redland City Council 2025-26). In Redland Bay the rate is $1,728 (Redland City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $2,037 in Victoria Point and $2,037 in Redland Bay per year.
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Is Victoria Point or Redland Bay better for families?
Redland Bay scores higher on schools at 5.2/10 versus 2.9/10. Victoria Point has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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