Landers Shoot vs Palmwoods, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Landers Shoot and Palmwoods are both Sunshine Coast Council suburbs, sitting 17.7 km and 14.2 km from Maroochydore CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Palmwoods runs $585 a year cheaper than Landers Shoot, driven mostly by the commute. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $6,706.
Over 10 years, Palmwoods costs about $6,700 less to run than Landers Shoot. That's about $13 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Landers Shoot | Palmwoods | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,771 | $1,771 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $2,094 | $2,094 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $4,817 | $4,082 | +$735 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,000 | $2,150 | -$150 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $1,800 | $2,000 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $10,682 | $10,097 | +$585 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,057 | $6,207 | -$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 | Landers Shoot | Palmwoods | 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, Landers Shoot vs Palmwoods (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Palmwoods costs $585 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $6,706 in favour of Palmwoods.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $735 per year. Landers Shoot is 17.7 km from Maroochydore CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,057 and $6,207 a year, so the $585 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,771 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,094 a year.
- Driving commute favours Palmwoods by $735 a year, $4,082 against $4,817.
- Building insurance favours Landers Shoot by $150 a year, $2,000 against $2,150.
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.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Landers Shoot cumulative | Palmwoods cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,682 | $10,097 | $585 |
| Year 3 | $33,017 | $31,209 | $1,808 |
| Year 5 | $56,712 | $53,606 | $3,106 |
| Year 10 | $122,457 | $115,751 | $6,706 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Landers Shoot or Palmwoods cheaper to live in?
Palmwoods is cheaper to run by car at $10,097 per year versus $10,682 for Landers Shoot, a difference of $585 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Landers Shoot and Palmwoods?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,771 in Landers Shoot (Sunshine Coast Council) and $1,771 in Palmwoods (Sunshine Coast Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,094 in Landers Shoot and $2,094 in Palmwoods. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Landers Shoot and Palmwoods?
Annual driving commute costs are $4,817 from Landers Shoot and $4,082 from Palmwoods to Maroochydore CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Landers Shoot and $192 from Palmwoods.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Landers Shoot and Palmwoods?
At 3% annual cost growth, Landers Shoot costs a cumulative $122,457 and Palmwoods costs $115,751 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $6,706 in favour of Palmwoods. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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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 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.