Annual cost of living in Biddaddaba, QLD 4275

Living in a house in Biddaddaba costs about $9,923 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Biddaddaba sits 12.0 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $9,243, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,800 body corporate levy. Switching from driving to public transport saves $3,255 per year at this distance.

Last updated July 2026 · Scenic Rim Regional Council rates 2026-27, ATO 88c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Cheaper to run than 90% of Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs, about 26% below the regional average.

The commute is the biggest expense at $3,447, roughly 35% of the annual total.

Bushfire risk is rated high here, which lifts home insurance. Full risk detail is in the free report.

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House annual cost

$9,923

Driving · per year

$827/month

Lower cost

Unit annual cost

$9,243

Incl. body corporate

$770/month

House vs unit difference

−$680

Unit is cheaper per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates

Scenic Rim Regional Council 2026-27 · minimum rate

$1,376

Water & sewerage

Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27

$1,900

Driving commute

ATO 88c/km · 12.0km from CBD · 192 days

$3,447

Home insurance

Estimated · flood Low · fire High

$3,200

Total annual running cost

$9,923

($827/month)

↓ 26% below Scenic Rim Regional Council average

SuburbCost affordability score ●●●○○ 6.7/10 Good

Cheaper to run than 90% of Scenic Rim Regional Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).

Estimated electricity cost typical 2-person household

House

$1,976/yr

5,126 kWh

Unit

$1,591/yr

3,845 kWh

Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Biddaddaba's climate zone at 2025 rates. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.

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Is it cheaper to drive or take public transport from Biddaddaba to the CBD?

Public transport saves Biddaddaba residents $3,255 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $3,447 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.

What are the council rates in Biddaddaba?

Biddaddaba falls under Scenic Rim Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,376 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,376 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Biddaddaba?

Running a unit in Biddaddaba costs approximately $9,243 per year by car or $5,988 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,376, water and sewerage $1,900, estimated body corporate levy of $1,800, and contents insurance of $720. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

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Data sources: Council rates: Scenic Rim Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Queensland Urban Utilities 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2025–26 (88c/km). Insurance: AI-estimated, disclosed as estimate. Schools: ACARA ICSEA 2025. Risk: Queensland Globe, QFES. Data updated 2026-07.
Cost estimates are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute financial, insurance, or credit advice.

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