Burramoko vs Govetts: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Burramoko and Govetts are both Blue Mountains rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 88.5 km and 85.2 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $139 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 | Burramoko | Govetts | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $2,157 | $2,157 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,738 | $3,599 | +$139 |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $9,843 | $9,704 | +$139 |
| Total (public transport) | $8,505 | $8,505 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Burramoko | Govetts | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,098 | $2,098 | - |
| Unit | $1,679 | $1,679 | - |
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 — Burramoko vs Govetts (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Burramoko and Govetts cost within $139 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,594, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $139 per year. Burramoko is 88.5 km from Sydney CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $8,505 and $8,505 a year, so the $139 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Burramoko cumulative | Govetts cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $9,843 | $9,704 | $139 |
| Year 3 | $30,424 | $29,994 | $430 |
| Year 5 | $52,258 | $51,520 | $738 |
| Year 10 | $112,839 | $111,245 | $1,594 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Burramoko or Govetts cheaper to live in?
Govetts is cheaper to run by car at $9,704 per year versus $9,843 for Burramoko, a difference of $139 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Burramoko and Govetts?
Annual council rates for a house are $2,157 in Burramoko (Blue Mountains rates (OLG) and $2,157 in Govetts (Blue Mountains rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Burramoko and $1,548 in Govetts. 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 Burramoko and Govetts?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,738 from Burramoko and $3,599 from Govetts to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Burramoko and $2,400 from Govetts.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Burramoko and Govetts?
At 3% annual cost growth, Burramoko costs a cumulative $112,839 and Govetts costs $111,245 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,594 in favour of Govetts. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Burramoko and Govetts is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Blue Mountains rates (OLG and Blue Mountains 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.