Living in a house in Hazledean costs about $14,457 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Hazledean sits 38.1 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $12,399, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,400 body corporate levy. At 38.1km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $6,551 more per year than public transport users.
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Hazledean'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 Hazledean to the CBD?
Public transport saves Hazledean residents $6,551 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $6,743 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.
What are the council rates in Hazledean?
Hazledean falls under Mackay Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,466 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,528 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.
What does it cost to run a unit in Hazledean?
Running a unit in Hazledean costs approximately $12,399 per year by car or $5,848 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,528, water and sewerage $2,048, estimated body corporate levy of $1,400, and contents insurance of $680. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.
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Data sources: Council rates: Mackay Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Mackay Regional Council Water & Sewerage 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.