Kulgun vs Teviotville: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Kulgun and Teviotville are both Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, sitting 31 km and 31 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $0 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.
Kulgun
Teviotville
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Kulgun | Teviotville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,376 | $1,376 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,416 | $6,416 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,400 | $3,400 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,500 | $1,500 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,092 | $13,092 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $6,868 | $6,868 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Kulgun | Teviotville | 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 — Kulgun vs Teviotville (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Kulgun and Teviotville cost within $0 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $0, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $0 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,868 and $6,868 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Kulgun cumulative | Teviotville cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,092 | $13,092 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $40,466 | $40,466 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $69,507 | $69,507 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $150,085 | $150,085 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kulgun or Teviotville cheaper to live in?
Kulgun is cheaper to run by car at $13,092 per year versus $13,092 for Teviotville, a difference of $0 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Kulgun and Teviotville?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,376 in Kulgun (Scenic Rim Regional Council) and $1,376 in Teviotville (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Kulgun and $1,900 in Teviotville. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Kulgun and Teviotville?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,416 from Kulgun and $6,416 from Teviotville to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Kulgun and $192 from Teviotville.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Kulgun and Teviotville?
At 3% annual cost growth, Kulgun costs a cumulative $150,085 and Teviotville costs $150,085 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Kulgun. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Kulgun and Teviotville 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.