True annual cost of living in Springfield Central, QLD 4300
Living in a house in Springfield Central costs about $12,303 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Springfield Central sits 26.6 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $12,283, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,200 body corporate levy. At 26.6km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $6,013. The gap widens as commute costs rise.
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○5.6/10 Average
Cheaper to run than 63% of Ipswich City Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).
Estimated electricity cost
typical 2-person household
House
$2,135/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,776/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Springfield Central's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for its electricity network. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Getting around Springfield Central
within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
Springfield, 965 m away, about a 12 minute walk. It is a bus stop.
Nearest hospital
Mater Private Hospital Springfield, 398 m away, about a 5 minute walk.
Supermarkets
3
Cafes
11
Parks
50
Counted from OpenStreetMap via Overpass inside a 2 km walking radius of the suburb centre, built 2026-08-07. Distances are straight line from that centre, so a specific address can be closer or further. Mapping is contributed and can lag a new opening.
Frequently asked questions about Springfield Central
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Springfield Central to the CBD?
Public transport saves Springfield Central residents $6,013 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,205 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Springfield Central?
Springfield Central falls under Ipswich City Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,298 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,298 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Springfield Central?
Running a unit in Springfield Central costs approximately $12,283 per year by car or $6,270 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,298, water and sewerage $1,900, estimated body corporate levy of $2,200, and contents insurance of $680. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
Is Springfield Central close to public transport?
The nearest scheduled service to the centre of Springfield Central is Springfield, a bus stop about 965 m away, about a 12 minute walk. That is measured from the suburb centre, so an individual address can be nearer or further. The commute figure used in the running cost on this page assumes driving, not this service.
What is the closest hospital to Springfield Central?
The closest hospital to the centre of Springfield Central is Mater Private Hospital Springfield, about 398 m away, about a 5 minute walk. Distance is straight line from the suburb centre and does not account for the road route or whether the hospital has an emergency department.
What shops and parks are in Springfield Central?
Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Springfield Central there are 3 supermarkets, 11 cafes and 50 parks. These counts come from OpenStreetMap via Overpass, which is contributed mapping and can lag a recent opening or closure.
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Data sources: Council rates: Ipswich City Council 2026-27. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2026–27 (91c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA ICSEA 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated 2026-07. Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.