Beenleigh vs Edens Landing, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Beenleigh and Edens Landing are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 31.9 km and 29.5 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $294 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, Edens Landing costs about $3,400 less to run than Beenleigh. That's about $6 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Beenleigh | Edens Landing | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,699 | $1,699 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,702 | $6,508 | +$194 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,150 | $2,050 | +$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,500 | $2,400 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $12,700 | $12,406 | +$294 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,190 | $6,090 | +$100 |
Totals exclude electricity, estimated separately below. Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance estimated from ACCC premium rates; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Beenleigh | Edens Landing | 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, Beenleigh vs Edens Landing (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Beenleigh and Edens Landing cost within $294 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $3,370, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $194 per year. Beenleigh is 31.9 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, $6,190 and $6,090 a year, so the $294 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 Edens Landing by $194 a year, $6,508 against $6,702.
- Building insurance favours Edens Landing by $100 a year, $2,050 against $2,150.
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 | Beenleigh cumulative | Edens Landing cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,700 | $12,406 | $294 |
| Year 3 | $39,254 | $38,346 | $908 |
| Year 5 | $67,426 | $65,865 | $1,561 |
| Year 10 | $145,591 | $142,221 | $3,370 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Beenleigh or Edens Landing cheaper to live in?
Edens Landing is cheaper to run by car at $12,406 per year versus $12,700 for Beenleigh, a difference of $294 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Beenleigh and Edens Landing?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Beenleigh (Logan City Council) and $1,699 in Edens Landing (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Beenleigh and $2,149 in Edens Landing. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Beenleigh and Edens Landing?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,702 from Beenleigh and $6,508 from Edens Landing to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Beenleigh and $192 from Edens Landing.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Beenleigh and Edens Landing?
At 3% annual cost growth, Beenleigh costs a cumulative $145,591 and Edens Landing costs $142,221 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,370 in favour of Edens Landing. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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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 insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.