True annual cost of living in Springfield Lakes, QLD 4300
Living in a house in Springfield Lakes costs about $12,305 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Springfield Lakes sits 26.2 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $12,045, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,000 body corporate levy. At 26.2km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $5,965. The gap widens as commute costs rise.
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○5.3/10 Average
Cheaper to run than 62% 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 Lakes'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 Lakes
within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
Springfield, 1,836 m away, about a 23 minute walk. It is a bus stop.
Nearest hospital
Mater Private Hospital Springfield, 902 m away, about an 11 minute walk.
Supermarkets
3
Cafes
8
Parks
45
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 Lakes
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Springfield Lakes to the CBD?
Public transport saves Springfield Lakes residents $5,965 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,157 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Springfield Lakes?
Springfield Lakes 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 Lakes?
Running a unit in Springfield Lakes costs approximately $12,045 per year by car or $6,080 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,298, water and sewerage $1,900, estimated body corporate levy of $2,000, and contents insurance of $690. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
Is Springfield Lakes close to public transport?
The nearest scheduled service to the centre of Springfield Lakes is Springfield, a bus stop about 1,836 m away, about a 23 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 Lakes?
The closest hospital to the centre of Springfield Lakes is Mater Private Hospital Springfield, about 902 m away, about an 11 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 Lakes?
Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Springfield Lakes there are 3 supermarkets, 8 cafes and 45 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.