True annual cost of living in Woody Point, QLD 4019
Living in a house in Woody Point costs about $12,401 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Woody Point sits 25.1 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs reach $12,636, with the $2,400 body corporate levy accounting for the entire difference between the two. At 25.1km from the CBD, transport mode shifts the annual total by $5,629. The gap widens as commute costs rise.
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Woody Point's climate zone at 2025 rates. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Woody Point to the CBD?
Public transport saves Woody Point residents $5,629 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $5,821 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Woody Point?
Woody Point falls under Moreton Bay Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,636 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,651 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Woody Point?
Running a unit in Woody Point costs approximately $12,636 per year by car or $7,007 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,651, water and sewerage $2,144, estimated body corporate levy of $2,400, and contents insurance of $620. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Moreton Bay Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Unitywater (Moreton Bay) 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/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.