Wynnum vs Carindale
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 | Wynnum | Carindale |
|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,519 | $1,519 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,824 | $1,824 |
| Annual commute (driving) | $1,217 | $836 |
| Home insurance (estimated) | $2,100 | $2,800 |
| Total annual cost | $6,660 | $6,979 |
| Distance to CBD | 14.4 km | 9.9 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.
Carindale is 9.9 km from Brisbane CBD; Wynnum is 14.4 km. Annual driving costs come to $836 from Carindale and $1,217 from Wynnum, a $381 difference.
Schools and risk profile
| Factor | Wynnum | Carindale |
|---|---|---|
| School score (ICSEA) | 5.7/10 | 9.1/10 |
| Nearest state primary | Wynnum State School | Belmont State School |
| Nearest private school | Maridahdi Brisbane Primary School | St Martin's School |
| Flood risk | Low | Low |
| Fire risk | Medium | High |
Carindale has the stronger school profile at 9.1/10 versus 5.7/10 for Wynnum (ICSEA scale, higher = better). Nearest state primaries: Wynnum State School (Wynnum) and Belmont State School (Carindale).
Wynnum carries low flood risk and medium fire risk. Carindale has low flood risk and high fire risk. Source: Queensland Globe and QFES mapping.
Who each suburb suits
- Buyers watching costs: Wynnum saves $319 per year
- Buyers who want lower flood and fire risk
- City commuters: 9.9 km to CBD vs 14.4 km
- Families prioritising school scores: 9.1/10
Frequently asked questions
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Which is cheaper to live in, Wynnum or Carindale?
Wynnum is cheaper by $319 per year, or $27 per month. That covers council rates ($1,519 vs $1,519), water ($1,824 vs $1,824), commute, and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2025–26 data.
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How far is Wynnum from Brisbane CBD compared to Carindale?
Wynnum is 14.4 km from Brisbane CBD. Carindale is 9.9 km from Brisbane CBD. Annual driving commute costs are $1,217 and $836 respectively, using the ATO 88 cents per kilometre rate over standard working days.
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Which suburb has better schools, Wynnum or Carindale?
Carindale rates higher on ICSEA school quality data at 9.1/10 versus 5.7/10 for Wynnum. The nearest state primary in Wynnum is Wynnum State School; in Carindale it is Belmont State School. Source: ACARA ICSEA 2025.
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What are the flood and fire risks in Wynnum versus Carindale?
Wynnum has low flood risk and medium fire risk. Carindale 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 Wynnum compared to Carindale?
Annual council rates for a house in Wynnum are $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). In Carindale the rate is $1,519 (Brisbane City Council 2025-26). Water and sewerage charges add $1,824 in Wynnum and $1,824 in Carindale per year.
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Is Wynnum or Carindale better for families?
Carindale scores higher on schools at 9.1/10 versus 5.7/10. Wynnum has lower combined flood and fire risk. Those two factors point in different directions for this pair.
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