Cedar Vale vs Veresdale Scrub, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Cedar Vale (Logan City Council) and Veresdale Scrub (Scenic Rim Regional Council) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas.
Veresdale Scrub runs $4,964 a year cheaper than Cedar Vale, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $56,906.
Over 10 years, Veresdale Scrub costs about $56,900 less to run than Cedar Vale. That's about $109 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Cedar Vale | Veresdale Scrub | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,699 | $1,376 | +$323 |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $2,149 | $1,900 | +$249 |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,847 | $2,655 | +$4,192 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $2,655 | -$2,463 |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,350 | $2,150 | +$200 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $1,600 | $1,500 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $13,045 | $8,081 | +$4,964 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,390 | $8,081 | -$1,691 |
Totals exclude electricity, estimated separately below. Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance estimated from ACCC premium rates; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Cedar Vale | Veresdale Scrub | 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.
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Annual cost breakdown, Cedar Vale vs Veresdale Scrub (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Veresdale Scrub costs $4,964 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $56,906 in favour of Veresdale Scrub.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $4,192 per year. Cedar Vale is 45.7 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the gap is $1,691 per year, $6,390 from Cedar Vale versus $8,081 from Veresdale Scrub.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates favours Veresdale Scrub by $323 a year, $1,376 against $1,699.
- Water and sewerage favours Veresdale Scrub by $249 a year, $1,900 against $2,149.
- Driving commute favours Veresdale Scrub by $4,192 a year, $2,655 against $6,847.
- Building insurance favours Veresdale Scrub by $200 a year, $2,150 against $2,350.
They sit in different council areas, so the rates line is set by two different councils. For QLD that figure is the minimum residential general rate for an owner-occupied principal place of residence, a floor rather than a typical bill.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Cedar Vale cumulative | Veresdale Scrub cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,045 | $8,081 | $4,964 |
| Year 3 | $40,321 | $24,978 | $15,343 |
| Year 5 | $69,258 | $42,903 | $26,355 |
| Year 10 | $149,546 | $92,640 | $56,906 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cedar Vale or Veresdale Scrub cheaper to live in?
Veresdale Scrub is cheaper to run by car at $8,081 per year versus $13,045 for Cedar Vale, a difference of $4,964 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Cedar Vale and Veresdale Scrub?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Cedar Vale (Logan City Council) and $1,376 in Veresdale Scrub (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Cedar Vale and $1,900 in Veresdale Scrub. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Cedar Vale and Veresdale Scrub?
Cedar Vale is $6,847 a year to drive to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Veresdale Scrub is $2,655 a year to drive to Beaudesert CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Cedar Vale. No daily public transport commute is assumed from Veresdale Scrub, so it is costed by car.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Cedar Vale and Veresdale Scrub?
At 3% annual cost growth, Cedar Vale costs a cumulative $149,546 and Veresdale Scrub costs $92,640 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $56,906 in favour of Veresdale Scrub. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Logan City Council and Scenic Rim Regional Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.