Bahrs Scrub vs Holmview: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Bahrs Scrub and Holmview are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 33.2 km and 30.9 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $60 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 | Bahrs Scrub | Holmview | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,699 | $1,699 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,787 | $6,627 | +$160 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,900 | $3,000 | -$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,535 | $13,475 | +$60 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,940 | $7,040 | -$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Bahrs Scrub | Holmview | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,135 | $2,135 | - |
| Unit | $1,776 | $1,776 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for each suburb's electricity network, including supply charge (AER Default Market Offer caps, or the QCA price in regional Queensland; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown — Bahrs Scrub vs Holmview (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Bahrs Scrub and Holmview cost within $60 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $688, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $160 per year. Bahrs Scrub is 33.2 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,940 and $7,040 a year, so the $60 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,699 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,149 a year.
- Driving commute favours Holmview by $160 a year, $6,627 against $6,787.
- Building insurance favours Bahrs Scrub by $100 a year, $2,900 against $3,000.
Both suburbs sit in the same council area, so the rates line is identical and none of the difference between them comes from council. What separates them is commute distance and the insurance band.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Bahrs Scrub cumulative | Holmview cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,535 | $13,475 | $60 |
| Year 3 | $41,835 | $41,650 | $185 |
| Year 5 | $71,859 | $71,541 | $318 |
| Year 10 | $155,164 | $154,476 | $688 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bahrs Scrub or Holmview cheaper to live in?
Holmview is cheaper to run by car at $13,475 per year versus $13,535 for Bahrs Scrub, a difference of $60 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Bahrs Scrub and Holmview?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Bahrs Scrub (Logan City Council) and $1,699 in Holmview (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Bahrs Scrub and $2,149 in Holmview. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Bahrs Scrub and Holmview?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,787 from Bahrs Scrub and $6,627 from Holmview to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Bahrs Scrub and $192 from Holmview.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Bahrs Scrub and Holmview?
At 3% annual cost growth, Bahrs Scrub costs a cumulative $155,164 and Holmview costs $154,476 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $688 in favour of Holmview. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Bahrs Scrub and Holmview is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Logan City Council and Logan City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.