Leichhardt vs One Mile: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Leichhardt and One Mile are both Ipswich City Council suburbs, sitting 33.4 km and 33.5 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
One Mile runs $894 a year cheaper than Leichhardt, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $10,249.
Over 10 years, One Mile costs about $10,200 less to run than Leichhardt — the same as paying $10,200 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Leichhardt | One Mile | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,298 | $1,298 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,574 | $6,580 | -$6 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,800 | $2,900 | +$900 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,800 | $2,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $13,572 | $12,678 | +$894 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,190 | $6,290 | +$900 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Leichhardt | One Mile | 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 — Leichhardt vs One Mile (2026-27)
What the numbers show
One Mile costs $894 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $10,249 in favour of One Mile.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $900 per year. Leichhardt carries medium flood risk, which pushes estimated premiums higher.
On public transport the gap is $900 per year, $7,190 from Leichhardt versus $6,290 from One Mile.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Leichhardt cumulative | One Mile cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,572 | $12,678 | $894 |
| Year 3 | $41,950 | $39,186 | $2,764 |
| Year 5 | $72,056 | $67,309 | $4,747 |
| Year 10 | $155,588 | $145,339 | $10,249 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leichhardt or One Mile cheaper to live in?
One Mile is cheaper to run by car at $12,678 per year versus $13,572 for Leichhardt, a difference of $894 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Leichhardt and One Mile?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,298 in Leichhardt (Ipswich City Council) and $1,298 in One Mile (Ipswich City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Leichhardt and $1,900 in One Mile. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Leichhardt and One Mile?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,574 from Leichhardt and $6,580 from One Mile to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Leichhardt and $192 from One Mile.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Leichhardt and One Mile?
At 3% annual cost growth, Leichhardt costs a cumulative $155,588 and One Mile costs $145,339 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $10,249 in favour of One Mile. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Leichhardt and One Mile is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Ipswich City Council and Ipswich 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.