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True annual cost of living in Pinjarra Hills, QLD 4069

Pinjarra Hills sits 13.8 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $7,809, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $6,919, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,200 body corporate levy. Switching from driving to public transport saves $974 per year at this distance.

Annual cost — house
$7,809
Driving · per year
$651/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$6,919
Incl. body corporate
$577/month
House vs unit difference
−$890
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Brisbane City Council 2025-26
$1,519
Water & sewerage
Queensland Urban Utilities 2025-26
$1,824
Commute — driving
ATO 88c/km · 13.8km from CBD · 192 days
$1,166
Home insurance
Estimated — flood High, fire High
$3,300
Total annual running cost
$7,809
($651/month)
↑ 15% above Brisbane City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○ 3.4/10
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Pinjarra Hills to the CBD?
Public transport saves Pinjarra Hills residents $974 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $1,166 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Pinjarra Hills?
Pinjarra Hills 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 Pinjarra Hills?
Running a unit in Pinjarra Hills costs approximately $6,919 per year by car or $5,945 by public transport. This includes council rates of $999, water and sewerage $1,824, estimated body corporate levy of $2,200, and contents insurance of $730. 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.