Brundee vs Terara: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Brundee and Terara are both Shoalhaven rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 123.6 km and 124 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $0 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.
Brundee
Terara
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Brundee | Terara | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,547 | $1,547 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $17,600 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $3,100 | $3,100 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $23,547 | $23,547 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $8,347 | $8,347 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Brundee | Terara | 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 — Brundee vs Terara (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Brundee and Terara cost within $0 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $0, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $0 per year.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $8,347 and $8,347 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Brundee cumulative | Terara cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $23,547 | $23,547 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $72,781 | $72,781 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $125,014 | $125,014 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $269,940 | $269,940 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Brundee or Terara cheaper to live in?
Brundee is cheaper to run by car at $23,547 per year versus $23,547 for Terara, a difference of $0 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Brundee and Terara?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,547 in Brundee (Shoalhaven rates (OLG) and $1,547 in Terara (Shoalhaven rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Brundee and $1,300 in Terara. 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 Brundee and Terara?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Brundee and $17,600 from Terara to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Brundee and $2,400 from Terara.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Brundee and Terara?
At 3% annual cost growth, Brundee costs a cumulative $269,940 and Terara costs $269,940 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Brundee. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Brundee and Terara is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Shoalhaven rates (OLG and Shoalhaven 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.