Roadvale vs Teviotville: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates 2026-27 (QLD), ATO 88c/km, Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Roadvale and Teviotville are both Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, sitting 28.8 km and 31 km from Brisbane CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
Roadvale runs $887 a year cheaper than Teviotville, driven mostly by home insurance. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $10,168.
Over 10 years, Roadvale costs about $10,200 less to run than Teviotville — 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 | Roadvale | Teviotville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,376 | $1,376 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,900 | $1,900 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,229 | $6,416 | -$187 |
| Commute (public transport) | $192 | $192 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,700 | $3,400 | -$700 |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,300 | $1,500 | -$200 |
| Total (driving) | $12,205 | $13,092 | -$887 |
| Total (public transport) | $6,168 | $6,868 | -$700 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: minimum residential general rate (QLD).
| Dwelling | Roadvale | Teviotville | 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 — Roadvale vs Teviotville (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Roadvale costs $887 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $10,168 in favour of Roadvale.
The biggest single gap is home insurance at $700 per year.
On public transport the gap is $700 per year, $6,168 from Roadvale versus $6,868 from Teviotville.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Roadvale cumulative | Teviotville cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $12,205 | $13,092 | $887 |
| Year 3 | $37,724 | $40,466 | $2,742 |
| Year 5 | $64,798 | $69,507 | $4,709 |
| Year 10 | $139,917 | $150,085 | $10,168 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Roadvale or Teviotville cheaper to live in?
Roadvale is cheaper to run by car at $12,205 per year versus $13,092 for Teviotville, a difference of $887 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Roadvale and Teviotville?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,376 in Roadvale (Scenic Rim Regional Council) and $1,376 in Teviotville (Scenic Rim Regional Council). Water and sewerage adds $1,900 in Roadvale and $1,900 in Teviotville. Both figures are the minimum residential general rate; properties on higher land value pay more.
How does the commute cost compare between Roadvale and Teviotville?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,229 from Roadvale and $6,416 from Teviotville to Brisbane CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $192 from Roadvale and $192 from Teviotville.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Roadvale and Teviotville?
At 3% annual cost growth, Roadvale costs a cumulative $139,917 and Teviotville costs $150,085 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $10,168 in favour of Roadvale. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Roadvale and Teviotville 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.