Glenfern vs Villeneuve, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Glenfern and Villeneuve are both Somerset Regional Council suburbs, sitting 35.8 km and 38.2 km from Esk CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $63 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.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Glenfern | Villeneuve | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,284 | $1,284 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,912 | $6,975 | -$63 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,912 | $6,975 | -$63 |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $1,500 | $1,700 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $12,196 | $12,259 | -$63 |
| Total (public transport) | $12,196 | $12,259 | -$63 |
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 | Glenfern | Villeneuve | 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, Glenfern vs Villeneuve (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Glenfern and Villeneuve cost within $63 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $723, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $63 per year. Villeneuve is 38.2 km from Esk CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $12,196 and $12,259 a year, so the $63 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,284 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours Glenfern by $63 a year, $6,912 against $6,975.
- Building insurance is identical at $2,100 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 | Glenfern cumulative | Villeneuve cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,196 | $12,259 | $63 |
| Year 3 | $37,697 | $37,891 | $194 |
| Year 5 | $64,750 | $65,085 | $335 |
| Year 10 | $139,813 | $140,536 | $723 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glenfern or Villeneuve cheaper to live in?
Glenfern is cheaper to run by car at $12,196 per year versus $12,259 for Villeneuve, a difference of $63 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Glenfern and Villeneuve?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,284 in Glenfern (Somerset Regional Council) and $1,284 in Villeneuve (Somerset Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Glenfern and $1,900 in Villeneuve. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Glenfern and Villeneuve?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,912 from Glenfern and $6,975 from Villeneuve to Esk CBD (ATO 91c/km). No daily public transport commute is assumed from either suburb, so both are costed by car.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Glenfern and Villeneuve?
At 3% annual cost growth, Glenfern costs a cumulative $139,813 and Villeneuve costs $140,536 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $723 in favour of Glenfern. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Somerset Regional Council and Somerset 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.