Hillcrest vs Regents Park: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hillcrest and Regents Park are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 22.1 km and 23.1 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $3 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.
Hillcrest
Regents Park
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Hillcrest | Regents Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,816 | $1,816 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $5,405 | $5,552 | -$147 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,000 | $1,850 | +$150 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,800 | -$600 |
| Total (driving) | $11,370 | $11,367 | +$3 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,157 | $6,007 | +$150 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Hillcrest | Regents Park | 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 — Hillcrest vs Regents Park (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Hillcrest and Regents Park cost within $3 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $34, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $150 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,157 and $6,007 a year, so the $3 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hillcrest cumulative | Regents Park cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,370 | $11,367 | $3 |
| Year 3 | $35,144 | $35,134 | $10 |
| Year 5 | $60,365 | $60,349 | $16 |
| Year 10 | $130,344 | $130,310 | $34 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hillcrest or Regents Park cheaper to live in?
Regents Park is cheaper to run by car at $11,367 per year versus $11,370 for Hillcrest, a difference of $3 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Hillcrest and Regents Park?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,816 in Hillcrest (Logan City Council) and $1,816 in Regents Park (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Hillcrest and $2,149 in Regents Park. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Hillcrest and Regents Park?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,405 from Hillcrest and $5,552 from Regents Park to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Hillcrest and $192 from Regents Park.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hillcrest and Regents Park?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hillcrest costs a cumulative $130,344 and Regents Park costs $130,310 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $34 in favour of Regents Park. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hillcrest and Regents Park is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Logan City Council and Logan 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.