Deuchar vs Hendon: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Deuchar and Hendon are both Toowoomba Regional Council suburbs, sitting 59.8 km and 57.2 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Deuchar runs $307 a year cheaper than Hendon, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $3,519.
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 | Deuchar | Hendon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,444 | $1,444 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,188 | $2,188 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $5,102 | $5,509 | -$407 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,200 | $2,100 | +$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,400 | $1,800 | -$400 |
| Total (driving) | $10,934 | $11,241 | -$307 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,024 | $5,924 | +$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Deuchar | Hendon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,115 | $2,115 | - |
| Unit | $1,696 | $1,696 | - |
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 — Deuchar vs Hendon (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Deuchar costs $307 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $3,519 in favour of Deuchar.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $407 per year. Deuchar is 59.8 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, $6,024 and $5,924 a year, so the $307 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Deuchar cumulative | Hendon cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,934 | $11,241 | $307 |
| Year 3 | $33,796 | $34,745 | $949 |
| Year 5 | $58,050 | $59,680 | $1,630 |
| Year 10 | $125,346 | $128,865 | $3,519 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Deuchar or Hendon cheaper to live in?
Deuchar is cheaper to run by car at $10,934 per year versus $11,241 for Hendon, a difference of $307 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Deuchar and Hendon?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,444 in Deuchar (Toowoomba Regional Council) and $1,444 in Hendon (Toowoomba Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,188 in Deuchar and $2,188 in Hendon. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Deuchar and Hendon?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,102 from Deuchar and $5,509 from Hendon to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Deuchar and $192 from Hendon.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Deuchar and Hendon?
At 3% annual cost growth, Deuchar costs a cumulative $125,346 and Hendon costs $128,865 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,519 in favour of Deuchar. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Deuchar and Hendon is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Toowoomba Regional Council and Toowoomba 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.