Burdell vs Deeragun: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Burdell and Deeragun are both Townsville City Council suburbs, sitting 13.2 km and 15.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Burdell runs $519 a year cheaper than Deeragun, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $5,950.
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 | Burdell | Deeragun | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,343 | $1,343 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,099 | $2,099 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,725 | $4,244 | -$519 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $4,200 | $4,200 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,200 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,367 | $11,886 | -$519 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,834 | $7,834 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Burdell | Deeragun | 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 — Burdell vs Deeragun (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Burdell costs $519 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $5,950 in favour of Burdell.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $519 per year. Deeragun is 15.6 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,834 and $7,834 a year, so the $519 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Burdell cumulative | Deeragun cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,367 | $11,886 | $519 |
| Year 3 | $35,134 | $36,738 | $1,604 |
| Year 5 | $60,349 | $63,104 | $2,755 |
| Year 10 | $130,310 | $136,260 | $5,950 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Burdell or Deeragun cheaper to live in?
Burdell is cheaper to run by car at $11,367 per year versus $11,886 for Deeragun, a difference of $519 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Burdell and Deeragun?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,343 in Burdell (Townsville City Council) and $1,343 in Deeragun (Townsville City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,099 in Burdell and $2,099 in Deeragun. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Burdell and Deeragun?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,725 from Burdell and $4,244 from Deeragun to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Burdell and $192 from Deeragun.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Burdell and Deeragun?
At 3% annual cost growth, Burdell costs a cumulative $130,310 and Deeragun costs $136,260 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $5,950 in favour of Burdell. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Burdell and Deeragun 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.