Crohamhurst vs Peachester: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Crohamhurst and Peachester are both Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, sitting 28.6 km and 30.3 km from Maroochydore CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $157 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 | Crohamhurst | Peachester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,771 | $1,771 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,421 | $6,578 | -$157 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $3,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,600 | $1,500 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $13,386 | $13,543 | -$157 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,157 | $7,157 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Crohamhurst | Peachester | 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 — Crohamhurst vs Peachester (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Crohamhurst and Peachester cost within $157 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,800, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $157 per year. Peachester is 30.3 km from Maroochydore CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,157 and $7,157 a year, so the $157 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,771 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,094 a year.
- Driving commute favours Crohamhurst by $157 a year, $6,421 against $6,578.
- Building insurance is identical at $3,100 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 | Crohamhurst cumulative | Peachester cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,386 | $13,543 | $157 |
| Year 3 | $41,375 | $41,860 | $485 |
| Year 5 | $71,068 | $71,902 | $834 |
| Year 10 | $153,455 | $155,255 | $1,800 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Crohamhurst or Peachester cheaper to live in?
Crohamhurst is cheaper to run by car at $13,386 per year versus $13,543 for Peachester, a difference of $157 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Crohamhurst and Peachester?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,771 in Crohamhurst (Sunshine Coast Council) and $1,771 in Peachester (Sunshine Coast Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Crohamhurst and $2,094 in Peachester. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Crohamhurst and Peachester?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,421 from Crohamhurst and $6,578 from Peachester to Maroochydore CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Crohamhurst and $192 from Peachester.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Crohamhurst and Peachester?
At 3% annual cost growth, Crohamhurst costs a cumulative $153,455 and Peachester costs $155,255 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,800 in favour of Crohamhurst. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Crohamhurst and Peachester is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Sunshine Coast Council and Sunshine Coast 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.