Bentley Park vs Edmonton: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Bentley Park and Edmonton are both Cairns Regional Council suburbs, sitting 11.6 km and 11.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $276 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 | Bentley Park | Edmonton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,165 | $1,165 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,765 | $1,765 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,351 | $3,375 | -$24 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $6,500 | $6,200 | +$300 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,000 | +$200 |
| Total (driving) | $12,781 | $12,505 | +$276 |
| Total (public transport) | $9,622 | $9,322 | +$300 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Bentley Park | Edmonton | 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 — Bentley Park vs Edmonton (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Bentley Park and Edmonton cost within $276 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $3,164, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $300 per year.
On public transport the gap is $300 per year, $9,622 from Bentley Park versus $9,322 from Edmonton.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Bentley Park cumulative | Edmonton cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,781 | $12,505 | $276 |
| Year 3 | $39,505 | $38,652 | $853 |
| Year 5 | $67,856 | $66,391 | $1,465 |
| Year 10 | $146,520 | $143,356 | $3,164 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bentley Park or Edmonton cheaper to live in?
Edmonton is cheaper to run by car at $12,505 per year versus $12,781 for Bentley Park, a difference of $276 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Bentley Park and Edmonton?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,165 in Bentley Park (Cairns Regional Council) and $1,165 in Edmonton (Cairns Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,765 in Bentley Park and $1,765 in Edmonton. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Bentley Park and Edmonton?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,351 from Bentley Park and $3,375 from Edmonton to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Bentley Park and $192 from Edmonton.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Bentley Park and Edmonton?
At 3% annual cost growth, Bentley Park costs a cumulative $146,520 and Edmonton costs $143,356 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,164 in favour of Edmonton. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Bentley Park and Edmonton 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.