Kents Lagoon vs Obum Obum: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum are both Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, sitting 37 km and 33.8 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $24 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 | Kents Lagoon | Obum Obum | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,376 | $1,376 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,720 | $6,596 | +$124 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $3,200 | -$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,400 | $1,400 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,096 | $13,072 | +$24 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,568 | $6,668 | -$100 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Kents Lagoon | Obum Obum | 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.
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Annual cost breakdown — Kents Lagoon vs Obum Obum (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum cost within $24 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $275, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $124 per year. Kents Lagoon is 37 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, $6,568 and $6,668 a year, so the $24 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Kents Lagoon cumulative | Obum Obum cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,096 | $13,072 | $24 |
| Year 3 | $40,478 | $40,404 | $74 |
| Year 5 | $69,528 | $69,401 | $127 |
| Year 10 | $150,131 | $149,856 | $275 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kents Lagoon or Obum Obum cheaper to live in?
Obum Obum is cheaper to run by car at $13,072 per year versus $13,096 for Kents Lagoon, a difference of $24 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,376 in Kents Lagoon (Scenic Rim Regional Council) and $1,376 in Obum Obum (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Kents Lagoon and $1,900 in Obum Obum. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,720 from Kents Lagoon and $6,596 from Obum Obum to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Kents Lagoon and $192 from Obum Obum.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum?
At 3% annual cost growth, Kents Lagoon costs a cumulative $150,131 and Obum Obum costs $149,856 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $275 in favour of Obum Obum. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Kents Lagoon and Obum Obum is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Scenic Rim Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional 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.