Bringelly vs Rossmore: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Bringelly (Camden rates (OLG) and Rossmore (Liverpool rates (OLG) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas at similar distances from Sydney CBD (45.1 km and 40.4 km).
The two sit within $88 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 | Bringelly | Rossmore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,573 | $1,376 | +$197 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,649 | $6,758 | -$109 |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,150 | $2,150 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,920 | $11,832 | +$88 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,671 | $7,474 | +$197 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Bringelly | Rossmore | 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 — Bringelly vs Rossmore (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Bringelly and Rossmore cost within $88 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,008, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $197 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,671 and $7,474 a year, so the $88 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Bringelly cumulative | Rossmore cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,920 | $11,832 | $88 |
| Year 3 | $36,844 | $36,572 | $272 |
| Year 5 | $63,285 | $62,818 | $467 |
| Year 10 | $136,649 | $135,641 | $1,008 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bringelly or Rossmore cheaper to live in?
Rossmore is cheaper to run by car at $11,832 per year versus $11,920 for Bringelly, a difference of $88 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Bringelly and Rossmore?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,573 in Bringelly (Camden rates (OLG) and $1,376 in Rossmore (Liverpool rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Bringelly and $1,548 in Rossmore. 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 Bringelly and Rossmore?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,649 from Bringelly and $6,758 from Rossmore to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Bringelly and $2,400 from Rossmore.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Bringelly and Rossmore?
At 3% annual cost growth, Bringelly costs a cumulative $136,649 and Rossmore costs $135,641 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,008 in favour of Rossmore. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Bringelly and Rossmore is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Camden 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.