Enoggera sits 6.8 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $7,117, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $6,917, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,800 body corporate levy. Switching from driving to public transport saves $382 per year at this distance.
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Enoggera to the CBD?
Public transport saves Enoggera residents $382 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $574 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Enoggera?
Enoggera falls under Brisbane City Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,519 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $999 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Enoggera?
Running a unit in Enoggera costs approximately $6,917 per year by car or $6,535 by public transport. This includes council rates of $999, water and sewerage $1,824, estimated body corporate levy of $2,800, and contents insurance of $720. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings — always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Brisbane City Council 2025-26. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 2025-26. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA NAPLAN 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated July 2025. Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.