Hemmant vs Murarrie: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hemmant and Murarrie are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 10.8 km and 8.4 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Murarrie runs $617 a year cheaper than Hemmant, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $7,073.
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 | Hemmant | Murarrie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,579 | $1,579 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,157 | $2,540 | +$617 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,000 | $2,000 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,500 | $3,000 | -$500 |
| Total (driving) | $8,636 | $8,019 | +$617 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,671 | $5,671 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Hemmant | Murarrie | 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 — Hemmant vs Murarrie (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Murarrie costs $617 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $7,073 in favour of Murarrie.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $617 per year. Hemmant is 10.8 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, $5,671 and $5,671 a year, so the $617 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hemmant cumulative | Murarrie cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,636 | $8,019 | $617 |
| Year 3 | $26,693 | $24,786 | $1,907 |
| Year 5 | $45,850 | $42,574 | $3,276 |
| Year 10 | $99,002 | $91,929 | $7,073 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hemmant or Murarrie cheaper to live in?
Murarrie is cheaper to run by car at $8,019 per year versus $8,636 for Hemmant, a difference of $617 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Hemmant and Murarrie?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,579 in Hemmant (Brisbane City Council) and $1,579 in Murarrie (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Hemmant and $1,900 in Murarrie. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Hemmant and Murarrie?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,157 from Hemmant and $2,540 from Murarrie to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Hemmant and $192 from Murarrie.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hemmant and Murarrie?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hemmant costs a cumulative $99,002 and Murarrie costs $91,929 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $7,073 in favour of Murarrie. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hemmant and Murarrie is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Brisbane City Council and Brisbane City 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.