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True annual cost of living in Bunya, QLD 4055

Bunya sits 13.8 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $7,409, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $7,069, as lower council rates more than offset the $2,400 body corporate levy. Switching from driving to public transport saves $974 per year at this distance.

Annual cost — house
$7,409
Driving · per year
$617/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$7,069
Incl. body corporate
$589/month
House vs unit difference
−$340
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 Low, fire High
$2,900
Total annual running cost
$7,409
($617/month)
↑ 9% above Brisbane City Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○ 4.0/10
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Bunya to the CBD?
Public transport saves Bunya 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 Bunya?
Bunya 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 Bunya?
Running a unit in Bunya costs approximately $7,069 per year by car or $6,095 by public transport. This includes council rates of $999, water and sewerage $1,824, estimated body corporate levy of $2,400, and contents insurance of $680. 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.