Radford vs Warrill View: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Radford and Warrill View are both Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, sitting 57.2 km and 57.6 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $109 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 | Radford | Warrill View | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,376 | $1,376 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $5,509 | $5,450 | +$59 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,000 | $2,950 | +$50 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,785 | $11,676 | +$109 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,468 | $6,418 | +$50 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Radford | Warrill View | 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 — Radford vs Warrill View (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Radford and Warrill View cost within $109 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,250, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $59 per year. Warrill View is 57.6 km from Brisbane CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $6,468 and $6,418 a year, so the $109 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Radford cumulative | Warrill View cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,785 | $11,676 | $109 |
| Year 3 | $36,426 | $36,089 | $337 |
| Year 5 | $62,568 | $61,989 | $579 |
| Year 10 | $135,102 | $133,852 | $1,250 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Radford or Warrill View cheaper to live in?
Warrill View is cheaper to run by car at $11,676 per year versus $11,785 for Radford, a difference of $109 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Radford and Warrill View?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,376 in Radford (Scenic Rim Regional Council) and $1,376 in Warrill View (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Radford and $1,900 in Warrill View. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Radford and Warrill View?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,509 from Radford and $5,450 from Warrill View to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Radford and $192 from Warrill View.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Radford and Warrill View?
At 3% annual cost growth, Radford costs a cumulative $135,102 and Warrill View costs $133,852 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,250 in favour of Warrill View. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Radford and Warrill View is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Scenic Rim Regional Council and Scenic Rim Regional 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.