Hyde Park vs Pimlico: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hyde Park and Pimlico are both Townsville City Council suburbs, sitting 2.9 km and 3.9 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Hyde Park runs $710 a year cheaper than Pimlico, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $8,139.
Over 10 years, Hyde Park costs about $8,100 less to run than Pimlico — the same as paying $8,100 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Hyde Park | Pimlico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,343 | $1,343 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,099 | $2,099 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $944 | $1,254 | -$310 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $4,200 | $4,600 | -$400 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,800 | $2,200 | +$600 |
| Total (driving) | $8,586 | $9,296 | -$710 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,834 | $8,234 | -$400 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Hyde Park | Pimlico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,218 | $2,218 | - |
| Unit | $1,773 | $1,773 | - |
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 — Hyde Park vs Pimlico (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Hyde Park costs $710 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $8,139 in favour of Hyde Park.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $400 per year.
On public transport the gap is $400 per year, $7,834 from Hyde Park versus $8,234 from Pimlico.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hyde Park cumulative | Pimlico cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,586 | $9,296 | $710 |
| Year 3 | $26,538 | $28,733 | $2,195 |
| Year 5 | $45,584 | $49,354 | $3,770 |
| Year 10 | $98,429 | $106,568 | $8,139 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hyde Park or Pimlico cheaper to live in?
Hyde Park is cheaper to run by car at $8,586 per year versus $9,296 for Pimlico, a difference of $710 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Hyde Park and Pimlico?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,343 in Hyde Park (Townsville City Council) and $1,343 in Pimlico (Townsville City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,099 in Hyde Park and $2,099 in Pimlico. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Hyde Park and Pimlico?
Annual driving commute costs are $944 from Hyde Park and $1,254 from Pimlico to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Hyde Park and $192 from Pimlico.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hyde Park and Pimlico?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hyde Park costs a cumulative $98,429 and Pimlico costs $106,568 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $8,139 in favour of Hyde Park. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hyde Park and Pimlico is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Townsville City Council and Townsville 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.