Aeroglen vs Edge Hill: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Aeroglen and Edge Hill are both Cairns Regional Council suburbs, sitting 5.2 km and 4.3 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $268 a year of each other to run, so running cost is a minor factor here — the decision comes down to schools, risk and lifestyle, all in the free report.
Over 10 years these two cost about the same to run. The difference here isn't money — it's location, schools and lifestyle.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Aeroglen | Edge Hill | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,165 | $1,165 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,765 | $1,765 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $1,643 | $1,375 | +$268 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $6,500 | $6,500 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,073 | $10,805 | +$268 |
| Total (public transport) | $9,622 | $9,622 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Aeroglen | Edge Hill | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,218 | $2,218 | - |
| Unit | $1,773 | $1,773 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2025 rates (QLD 30c/kWh, NSW 33c/kWh incl. supply charge; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown — Aeroglen vs Edge Hill (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Aeroglen and Edge Hill cost within $268 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $3,073, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $268 per year. Aeroglen is 5.2 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $9,622 and $9,622 a year, so the $268 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Aeroglen cumulative | Edge Hill cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,073 | $10,805 | $268 |
| Year 3 | $34,226 | $33,397 | $829 |
| Year 5 | $58,788 | $57,365 | $1,423 |
| Year 10 | $126,940 | $123,867 | $3,073 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aeroglen or Edge Hill cheaper to live in?
Edge Hill is cheaper to run by car at $10,805 per year versus $11,073 for Aeroglen, a difference of $268 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Aeroglen and Edge Hill?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,165 in Aeroglen (Cairns Regional Council) and $1,165 in Edge Hill (Cairns Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,765 in Aeroglen and $1,765 in Edge Hill. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Aeroglen and Edge Hill?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,643 from Aeroglen and $1,375 from Edge Hill to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Aeroglen and $192 from Edge Hill.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Aeroglen and Edge Hill?
At 3% annual cost growth, Aeroglen costs a cumulative $126,940 and Edge Hill costs $123,867 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,073 in favour of Edge Hill. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Aeroglen and Edge Hill is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Cairns Regional Council and Cairns Regional Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 88c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.