North Booval vs North Tivoli, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
North Booval and North Tivoli are both Ipswich City Council suburbs, sitting 27.2 km and 26.2 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $34 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.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | North Booval | North Tivoli | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,298 | $1,298 | - |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $6,273 | $6,157 | +$116 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $2,000 | $2,150 | -$150 |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,200 | $2,700 | -$500 |
| Total (driving) | $11,471 | $11,505 | -$34 |
| Total (public transport) | $5,390 | $5,540 | -$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 | North Booval | North Tivoli | 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, North Booval vs North Tivoli (2026-27)
What the numbers show
North Booval and North Tivoli cost within $34 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $390, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $150 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $5,390 and $5,540 a year, so the $34 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,298 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,900 a year.
- Driving commute favours North Tivoli by $116 a year, $6,157 against $6,273.
- Building insurance favours North Booval 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 | North Booval cumulative | North Tivoli cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,471 | $11,505 | $34 |
| Year 3 | $35,456 | $35,561 | $105 |
| Year 5 | $60,901 | $61,082 | $181 |
| Year 10 | $131,502 | $131,892 | $390 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is North Booval or North Tivoli cheaper to live in?
North Booval is cheaper to run by car at $11,471 per year versus $11,505 for North Tivoli, a difference of $34 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in North Booval and North Tivoli?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,298 in North Booval (Ipswich City Council) and $1,298 in North Tivoli (Ipswich City Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in North Booval and $1,900 in North Tivoli. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between North Booval and North Tivoli?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,273 from North Booval and $6,157 from North Tivoli to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from North Booval and $192 from North Tivoli.
What is the 10-year cost difference between North Booval and North Tivoli?
At 3% annual cost growth, North Booval costs a cumulative $131,502 and North Tivoli costs $131,892 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $390 in favour of North Booval. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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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 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.