Mount Warren Park vs Stapylton, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Mount Warren Park (Logan City Council) and Stapylton (City of Gold Coast) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas.
Stapylton runs $648 a year cheaper than Mount Warren Park, driven mostly by council rates. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $7,429.
Over 10 years, Stapylton costs about $7,400 less to run than Mount Warren Park. That's about $14 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Mount Warren Park | Stapylton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,699 | $1,359 | +$340 |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $2,149 | $2,169 | -$20 |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,831 | $6,603 | +$228 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,100 | $2,000 | +$100 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,200 | $2,000 | +$200 |
| Total (driving) | $12,779 | $12,131 | +$648 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,140 | $5,720 | +$420 |
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 | Mount Warren Park | Stapylton | 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.
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Annual cost breakdown, Mount Warren Park vs Stapylton (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Stapylton costs $648 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $7,429 in favour of Stapylton.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $340 per year.
On public transport the gap is $420 per year, $6,140 from Mount Warren Park versus $5,720 from Stapylton.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates favours Stapylton by $340 a year, $1,359 against $1,699.
- Water and sewerage favours Mount Warren Park by $20 a year, $2,149 against $2,169.
- Driving commute favours Stapylton by $228 a year, $6,603 against $6,831.
- Building insurance favours Stapylton by $100 a year, $2,000 against $2,100.
They sit in different council areas, so the rates line is set by two different councils. For QLD that figure is the minimum residential general rate for an owner-occupied principal place of residence, a floor rather than a typical bill.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Mount Warren Park cumulative | Stapylton cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,779 | $12,131 | $648 |
| Year 3 | $39,499 | $37,496 | $2,003 |
| Year 5 | $67,845 | $64,405 | $3,440 |
| Year 10 | $146,497 | $139,068 | $7,429 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mount Warren Park or Stapylton cheaper to live in?
Stapylton is cheaper to run by car at $12,131 per year versus $12,779 for Mount Warren Park, a difference of $648 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Mount Warren Park and Stapylton?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Mount Warren Park (Logan City Council) and $1,359 in Stapylton (City of Gold Coast). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Mount Warren Park and $2,169 in Stapylton. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Mount Warren Park and Stapylton?
Mount Warren Park is $6,831 a year to drive to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Stapylton is $6,603 a year to drive to Gold Coast CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Mount Warren Park and $192 from Stapylton.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Mount Warren Park and Stapylton?
At 3% annual cost growth, Mount Warren Park costs a cumulative $146,497 and Stapylton costs $139,068 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $7,429 in favour of Stapylton. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Logan City Council and City of Gold Coast 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.