Park Ridge vs Park Ridge South: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 91c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Park Ridge and Park Ridge South are both Logan City Council suburbs, sitting 26.5 km and 28.7 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $188 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. The difference here isn't money — it's location, schools and lifestyle.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Park Ridge | Park Ridge South | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,699 | $1,699 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $2,149 | $2,149 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,193 | $6,431 | -$238 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,000 | $2,950 | +$50 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,200 | $2,100 | +$100 |
| Total (driving) | $13,041 | $13,229 | -$188 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,040 | $6,990 | +$50 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Park Ridge | Park Ridge South | 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 — Park Ridge vs Park Ridge South (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Park Ridge and Park Ridge South cost within $188 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,156, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $238 per year. Park Ridge South is 28.7 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,040 and $6,990 a year, so the $188 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,699 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $2,149 a year.
- Driving commute favours Park Ridge by $238 a year, $6,193 against $6,431.
- Building insurance favours Park Ridge South by $50 a year, $2,950 against $3,000.
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 | Park Ridge cumulative | Park Ridge South cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $13,041 | $13,229 | $188 |
| Year 3 | $40,308 | $40,890 | $582 |
| Year 5 | $69,236 | $70,235 | $999 |
| Year 10 | $149,500 | $151,656 | $2,156 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Park Ridge or Park Ridge South cheaper to live in?
Park Ridge is cheaper to run by car at $13,041 per year versus $13,229 for Park Ridge South, a difference of $188 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Park Ridge and Park Ridge South?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,699 in Park Ridge (Logan City Council) and $1,699 in Park Ridge South (Logan City Council). Water and sewerage adds $2,149 in Park Ridge and $2,149 in Park Ridge South. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Park Ridge and Park Ridge South?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,193 from Park Ridge and $6,431 from Park Ridge South to Brisbane CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Park Ridge and $192 from Park Ridge South.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Park Ridge and Park Ridge South?
At 3% annual cost growth, Park Ridge costs a cumulative $149,500 and Park Ridge South costs $151,656 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,156 in favour of Park Ridge. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Park Ridge and Park Ridge South is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Logan City Council and Logan City Council rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost AI insurance estimates. Data updated July 2026.