Benobble vs Wonglepong: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Benobble and Wonglepong are both Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, sitting 17.2 km and 16.6 km from Beaudesert CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $221 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 | Benobble | Wonglepong | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,376 | $1,376 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $4,719 | $4,598 | +$121 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,200 | $3,100 | +$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,400 | $1,500 | -$100 |
| Total (driving) | $11,195 | $10,974 | +$221 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,668 | $6,568 | +$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Benobble | Wonglepong | 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 — Benobble vs Wonglepong (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Benobble and Wonglepong cost within $221 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,533, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $121 per year. Benobble is 17.2 km from Beaudesert CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,668 and $6,568 a year, so the $221 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,376 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours Wonglepong by $121 a year, $4,598 against $4,719.
- Building insurance favours Wonglepong by $100 a year, $3,100 against $3,200.
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 | Benobble cumulative | Wonglepong cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,195 | $10,974 | $221 |
| Year 3 | $34,603 | $33,920 | $683 |
| Year 5 | $59,436 | $58,262 | $1,174 |
| Year 10 | $128,338 | $125,805 | $2,533 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Benobble or Wonglepong cheaper to live in?
Wonglepong is cheaper to run by car at $10,974 per year versus $11,195 for Benobble, a difference of $221 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Benobble and Wonglepong?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,376 in Benobble (Scenic Rim Regional Council) and $1,376 in Wonglepong (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Benobble and $1,900 in Wonglepong. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Benobble and Wonglepong?
Annual driving commute costs are $4,719 from Benobble and $4,598 from Wonglepong to Beaudesert CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Benobble and $192 from Wonglepong.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Benobble and Wonglepong?
At 3% annual cost growth, Benobble costs a cumulative $128,338 and Wonglepong costs $125,805 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,533 in favour of Wonglepong. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Benobble and Wonglepong is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Scenic Rim Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional 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.