Holland Park vs Holland Park West, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Holland Park and Holland Park West are both Brisbane City Council suburbs, sitting 7 km and 7.2 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $93 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 | Holland Park | Holland Park West | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $950 | $950 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $2,232 | $2,289 | -$57 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,200 | $2,050 | +$150 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,800 | $2,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $7,282 | $7,189 | +$93 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,242 | $5,092 | +$150 |
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 | Holland Park | Holland Park West | 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, Holland Park vs Holland Park West (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Holland Park and Holland Park West cost within $93 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,066, 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, $5,242 and $5,092 a year, so the $93 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $950 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours Holland Park by $57 a year, $2,232 against $2,289.
- Building insurance favours Holland Park West by $150 a year, $2,050 against $2,200.
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 and the insurance band.
The catchment state school scores 9.4 in Holland Park West against 5.2 in Holland Park, on ACARA's ICSEA percentile scaled to ten.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Holland Park cumulative | Holland Park West cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $7,282 | $7,189 | $93 |
| Year 3 | $22,508 | $22,220 | $288 |
| Year 5 | $38,661 | $38,167 | $494 |
| Year 10 | $83,480 | $82,414 | $1,066 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Holland Park or Holland Park West cheaper to live in?
Holland Park West is cheaper to run by car at $7,189 per year versus $7,282 for Holland Park, a difference of $93 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Holland Park and Holland Park West?
Annual council rates for a house are $950 in Holland Park (Brisbane City Council) and $950 in Holland Park West (Brisbane City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Holland Park and $1,900 in Holland Park West. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Holland Park and Holland Park West?
Annual driving commute costs are $2,232 from Holland Park and $2,289 from Holland Park West to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Holland Park and $192 from Holland Park West.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Holland Park and Holland Park West?
At 3% annual cost growth, Holland Park costs a cumulative $83,480 and Holland Park West costs $82,414 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,066 in favour of Holland Park West. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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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 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.