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True annual cost of living in Mount Delaney, QLD 4514

Living in a house in Mount Delaney costs about $12,631 a year: council rates, water and sewerage, commute and home insurance combined. Mount Delaney sits 59.2 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Unit costs come in at $11,633, as lower council rates more than offset the $1,700 body corporate levy. At 59.2km, the commute dominates running costs. Drivers pay $5,186 more per year than public transport users.

Last updated July 2026 · Moreton Bay Regional Council rates 2026-27, ATO 91c/km, AER electricity benchmarks

3 key insights

Running costs sit near the Moreton Bay Regional Council average, cheaper than 56% of suburbs in the region.
The commute is the biggest expense at $5,378, roughly 43% 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
$12,631
Driving · per year
$1,053/month
Lower cost
Unit annual cost
$11,633
Incl. body corporate
$969/month
House vs unit difference
−$998
Unit is cheaper per year

Annual cost breakdown

Council rates
Moreton Bay Regional Council 2026-27 · minimum rate
$1,309
Water & sewerage
Unitywater (Moreton Bay) 2026-27
$2,144
Driving commute
ATO 91c/km · 59.2km from CBD · 192 days
$5,378
Home insurance
Estimated · flood Medium · fire High
$3,800
Total annual running cost
$12,631
($1,053/month)
Near Moreton Bay Regional Council average
SuburbCost affordability score ●●○○○ 4.9/10 Poor
Cheaper to run than 56% of Moreton Bay Regional Council suburbs. Score blends running cost (50%), schools (20%) and flood & fire risk (30%).

Estimated electricity cost

typical 2-person household
House
$2,135/yr
5,126 kWh
Unit
$1,776/yr
3,845 kWh
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for Mount Delaney's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for its electricity network. Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.

Getting around Mount Delaney

within a 2 km walk
Nearest stop
No scheduled service within a 2 km walk of the suburb centre.
Supermarkets
0
Cafes
0
Parks
0
Counted from OpenStreetMap via Overpass inside a 2 km walking radius of the suburb centre, built 2026-08-07. Distances are straight line from that centre, so a specific address can be closer or further. Mapping is contributed and can lag a new opening.

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Frequently asked questions about Mount Delaney

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

Public transport saves Mount Delaney residents $5,186 per year. Annual commute cost by car is $5,378 versus $192 by public transport using Translink's flat 50 cent fare.

What are the council rates in Mount Delaney?

Mount Delaney falls under Moreton Bay Regional Council. The minimum residential general rate for 2026-27 is $1,309 per year for an owner-occupied house. Properties on higher land value pay more. Unit owners in strata schemes pay $1,651 per year. These figures cover the general rate only and exclude waste and cleansing charges.

What does it cost to run a unit in Mount Delaney?

Running a unit in Mount Delaney costs approximately $11,633 per year by car or $6,447 by public transport. This includes council rates of $1,651, water and sewerage $2,144, estimated body corporate levy of $1,700, and contents insurance of $760. Body corporate fees vary significantly between buildings. Always confirm the actual levy before purchasing.

Is Mount Delaney close to public transport?

No scheduled public transport stop was found within a 2 km walk of the centre of Mount Delaney. The running cost on this page assumes driving, which is why the commute component is the largest line for most suburbs in this position.

What shops and parks are in Mount Delaney?

Within a 2 km walk of the centre of Mount Delaney there are 0 supermarkets, 0 cafes and 0 parks. These counts come from OpenStreetMap via Overpass, which is contributed mapping and can lag a recent opening or closure.

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Data sources: Council rates: Moreton Bay Regional Council 2026-27. Water: Unitywater (Moreton Bay) 2026-27. Commute: ATO cents per kilometre rate 2026–27 (91c/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.