Braemore vs Yimbun: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Braemore and Yimbun are both Somerset Regional Council suburbs, sitting 22.6 km and 24.2 km from Esk CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $231 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 | Braemore | Yimbun | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,284 | $1,284 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $5,667 | $5,898 | -$231 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,200 | $3,200 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Total (driving) | $12,051 | $12,282 | -$231 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,576 | $6,576 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Braemore | Yimbun | 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 — Braemore vs Yimbun (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Braemore and Yimbun cost within $231 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,648, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $231 per year. Yimbun is 24.2 km from Esk CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,576 and $6,576 a year, so the $231 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,284 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours Braemore by $231 a year, $5,667 against $5,898.
- Building insurance is identical at $3,200 a year.
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.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Braemore cumulative | Yimbun cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,051 | $12,282 | $231 |
| Year 3 | $37,248 | $37,962 | $714 |
| Year 5 | $63,980 | $65,207 | $1,227 |
| Year 10 | $138,151 | $140,799 | $2,648 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Braemore or Yimbun cheaper to live in?
Braemore is cheaper to run by car at $12,051 per year versus $12,282 for Yimbun, a difference of $231 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Braemore and Yimbun?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,284 in Braemore (Somerset Regional Council) and $1,284 in Yimbun (Somerset Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Braemore and $1,900 in Yimbun. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Braemore and Yimbun?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,667 from Braemore and $5,898 from Yimbun to Esk CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Braemore and $192 from Yimbun.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Braemore and Yimbun?
At 3% annual cost growth, Braemore costs a cumulative $138,151 and Yimbun costs $140,799 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,648 in favour of Braemore. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Braemore and Yimbun is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Somerset Regional Council and Somerset 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.