Bardia vs Edmondson Park: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Bardia (Campbelltown rates (OLG) and Edmondson Park (Liverpool rates (OLG) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas at similar distances from Sydney CBD (34.3 km and 34.5 km).
The two sit within $111 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 | Bardia | Edmondson Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,497 | $1,376 | +$121 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,621 | $6,631 | -$10 |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,150 | $2,150 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,816 | $11,705 | +$111 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,595 | $7,474 | +$121 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Bardia | Edmondson Park | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,420 | $2,420 | - |
| Unit | $1,920 | $1,920 | - |
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 — Bardia vs Edmondson Park (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Bardia and Edmondson Park cost within $111 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,272, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $121 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,595 and $7,474 a year, so the $111 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Bardia cumulative | Edmondson Park cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,816 | $11,705 | $111 |
| Year 3 | $36,522 | $36,179 | $343 |
| Year 5 | $62,733 | $62,143 | $590 |
| Year 10 | $135,457 | $134,185 | $1,272 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bardia or Edmondson Park cheaper to live in?
Edmondson Park is cheaper to run by car at $11,705 per year versus $11,816 for Bardia, a difference of $111 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Bardia and Edmondson Park?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,497 in Bardia (Campbelltown rates (OLG) and $1,376 in Edmondson Park (Liverpool rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Bardia and $1,548 in Edmondson Park. Both figures are the average residential rate reported to the Office of Local Government, uplifted by each council's IPART rate peg.
How does the commute cost compare between Bardia and Edmondson Park?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,621 from Bardia and $6,631 from Edmondson Park to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Bardia and $2,400 from Edmondson Park.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Bardia and Edmondson Park?
At 3% annual cost growth, Bardia costs a cumulative $135,457 and Edmondson Park costs $134,185 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,272 in favour of Edmondson Park. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Bardia and Edmondson Park is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Campbelltown rates (OLG and Liverpool rates (OLG 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.