Crowley Vale vs Glenore Grove: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Crowley Vale and Glenore Grove are both Lockyer Valley Regional Council suburbs, sitting 10 km and 13.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Crowley Vale runs $1,557 a year cheaper than Glenore Grove, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $17,850.
Over 10 years, Crowley Vale costs about $17,900 less to run than Glenore Grove — the same as paying $17,900 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Crowley Vale | Glenore Grove | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,395 | $1,395 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $2,957 | $3,814 | -$857 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,100 | $2,800 | -$700 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,400 | $1,500 | -$100 |
| Total (driving) | $8,352 | $9,909 | -$1,557 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,587 | $6,287 | -$700 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Crowley Vale | Glenore Grove | 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 — Crowley Vale vs Glenore Grove (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Crowley Vale costs $1,557 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $17,850 in favour of Crowley Vale.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $857 per year. Glenore Grove is 13.6 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the gap is $700 per year, $5,587 from Crowley Vale versus $6,287 from Glenore Grove.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Crowley Vale cumulative | Glenore Grove cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,352 | $9,909 | $1,557 |
| Year 3 | $25,815 | $30,628 | $4,813 |
| Year 5 | $44,342 | $52,608 | $8,266 |
| Year 10 | $95,746 | $113,596 | $17,850 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Crowley Vale or Glenore Grove cheaper to live in?
Crowley Vale is cheaper to run by car at $8,352 per year versus $9,909 for Glenore Grove, a difference of $1,557 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Crowley Vale and Glenore Grove?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,395 in Crowley Vale (Lockyer Valley Regional Council) and $1,395 in Glenore Grove (Lockyer Valley Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Crowley Vale and $1,900 in Glenore Grove. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Crowley Vale and Glenore Grove?
Annual driving commute costs are $2,957 from Crowley Vale and $3,814 from Glenore Grove to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Crowley Vale and $192 from Glenore Grove.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Crowley Vale and Glenore Grove?
At 3% annual cost growth, Crowley Vale costs a cumulative $95,746 and Glenore Grove costs $113,596 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $17,850 in favour of Crowley Vale. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Crowley Vale and Glenore Grove is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Lockyer Valley Regional Council and Lockyer Valley Regional 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.