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True annual cost of living in Cremorne, QLD 4740

Cremorne sits 1.6 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Annual running costs for a house total $7,969, covering council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance. Unit costs come in at $7,219, as lower council rates more than offset the $3,000 body corporate levy. Transport mode has the biggest effect on total cost in a suburb this close to the city.

Annual cost — house
$7,969
Driving · per year
$664/month
Lower cost
Annual cost — unit
$7,219
Incl. body corporate
$602/month
House vs unit difference
−$750
Unit is cheaper per year
Annual cost breakdown
Council rates
Mackay Regional Council 2025-26
$1,328
Water & sewerage
Mackay Regional Council Water & Sewerage 2025-26
$1,906
Commute — driving
ATO 88c/km · 1.6km from CBD · 192 days
$135
Home insurance
Estimated — flood Low, fire Low
$4,600
Total annual running cost
$7,969
($664/month)
↓ 21% below Mackay Regional Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●●●○ 8.6/10
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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Cremorne to the CBD?
Driving saves Cremorne residents $57 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $135 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Cremorne?
Cremorne falls under Mackay Regional Council. The residential general rate for 2025–26 is $1,328 per year for an owner-occupied house. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,528 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Cremorne?
Running a unit in Cremorne costs approximately $7,219 per year by car or $7,276 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,528, water and sewerage $1,906, estimated body corporate levy of $3,000, and contents insurance of $650. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings — always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

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Data sources: Council rates: Mackay Regional Council 2025-26. Water: Mackay Regional Council Water & Sewerage 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.