Hunchy vs Landers Shoot: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hunchy and Landers Shoot are both Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, sitting 18.2 km and 17.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $293 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. The difference here isn't money — it's location, schools and lifestyle.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Hunchy | Landers Shoot | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,771 | $1,771 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $4,751 | $4,658 | +$93 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $2,900 | +$200 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,900 | $1,800 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $11,716 | $11,423 | +$293 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,157 | $6,957 | +$200 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Hunchy | Landers Shoot | 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 — Hunchy vs Landers Shoot (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Hunchy and Landers Shoot cost within $293 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $3,359, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $200 per year.
On public transport the gap is $200 per year, $7,157 from Hunchy versus $6,957 from Landers Shoot.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hunchy cumulative | Landers Shoot cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,716 | $11,423 | $293 |
| Year 3 | $36,213 | $35,307 | $906 |
| Year 5 | $62,202 | $60,646 | $1,556 |
| Year 10 | $134,311 | $130,952 | $3,359 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hunchy or Landers Shoot cheaper to live in?
Landers Shoot is cheaper to run by car at $11,423 per year versus $11,716 for Hunchy, a difference of $293 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Hunchy and Landers Shoot?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,771 in Hunchy (Sunshine Coast Council) and $1,771 in Landers Shoot (Sunshine Coast Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Hunchy and $2,094 in Landers Shoot. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Hunchy and Landers Shoot?
Annual driving commute costs are $4,751 from Hunchy and $4,658 from Landers Shoot to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Hunchy and $192 from Landers Shoot.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hunchy and Landers Shoot?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hunchy costs a cumulative $134,311 and Landers Shoot costs $130,952 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $3,359 in favour of Landers Shoot. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hunchy and Landers Shoot is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Sunshine Coast Council and Sunshine Coast 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.