Boondall vs Deagon: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Boondall and Deagon are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 14.1 km and 16.2 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Deagon runs $359 a year cheaper than Boondall, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $4,115.
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 | Boondall | Deagon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,579 | $1,579 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,925 | $4,366 | -$441 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,800 | $2,000 | +$800 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,800 | $2,600 | +$200 |
| Total (driving) | $10,204 | $9,845 | +$359 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,471 | $5,671 | +$800 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Boondall | Deagon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $1,976 | $1,976 | - |
| Unit | $1,591 | $1,591 | - |
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 — Boondall vs Deagon (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Deagon costs $359 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $4,115 in favour of Deagon.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $800 per year. Boondall carries high flood risk, which pushes estimated premiums higher.
On public transport the gap is $800 per year, $6,471 from Boondall versus $5,671 from Deagon.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Boondall cumulative | Deagon cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,204 | $9,845 | $359 |
| Year 3 | $31,540 | $30,430 | $1,110 |
| Year 5 | $54,174 | $52,268 | $1,906 |
| Year 10 | $116,977 | $112,862 | $4,115 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Boondall or Deagon cheaper to live in?
Deagon is cheaper to run by car at $9,845 per year versus $10,204 for Boondall, a difference of $359 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Boondall and Deagon?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,579 in Boondall (Brisbane City Council) and $1,579 in Deagon (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Boondall and $1,900 in Deagon. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Boondall and Deagon?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,925 from Boondall and $4,366 from Deagon to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Boondall and $192 from Deagon.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Boondall and Deagon?
At 3% annual cost growth, Boondall costs a cumulative $116,977 and Deagon costs $112,862 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $4,115 in favour of Deagon. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Boondall and Deagon is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Brisbane City Council and Brisbane 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.