Bohle vs Burdell: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Bohle and Burdell are both Townsville City Council suburbs, sitting 10.3 km and 13.2 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Bohle runs $893 a year cheaper than Burdell, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $10,237.
Over 10 years, Bohle costs about $10,200 less to run than Burdell — the same as paying $10,200 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Bohle | Burdell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,343 | $1,343 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,099 | $2,099 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,032 | $3,725 | -$693 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $4,000 | $4,200 | -$200 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,000 | $2,200 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $10,474 | $11,367 | -$893 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,634 | $7,834 | -$200 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Bohle | Burdell | 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 — Bohle vs Burdell (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Bohle costs $893 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $10,237 in favour of Bohle.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $693 per year. Burdell is 13.2 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the gap is $200 per year, $7,634 from Bohle versus $7,834 from Burdell.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Bohle cumulative | Burdell cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,474 | $11,367 | $893 |
| Year 3 | $32,374 | $35,134 | $2,760 |
| Year 5 | $55,608 | $60,349 | $4,741 |
| Year 10 | $120,073 | $130,310 | $10,237 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bohle or Burdell cheaper to live in?
Bohle is cheaper to run by car at $10,474 per year versus $11,367 for Burdell, a difference of $893 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Bohle and Burdell?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,343 in Bohle (Townsville City Council) and $1,343 in Burdell (Townsville City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,099 in Bohle and $2,099 in Burdell. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Bohle and Burdell?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,032 from Bohle and $3,725 from Burdell to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Bohle and $192 from Burdell.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Bohle and Burdell?
At 3% annual cost growth, Bohle costs a cumulative $120,073 and Burdell costs $130,310 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $10,237 in favour of Bohle. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Bohle and Burdell is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Townsville City Council and Townsville City 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.