Concord West vs Rhodes: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Concord West and Rhodes are both Canada Bay rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 11.1 km and 11.9 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $193 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 | Concord West | Rhodes | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,268 | $1,268 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $3,230 | $3,423 | -$193 |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,386 | $2,386 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,950 | $2,950 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,600 | $2,600 | - |
| Total (driving) | $8,996 | $9,189 | -$193 |
| Total (public transport) | $8,152 | $8,152 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Concord West | Rhodes | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,148 | $2,148 | - |
| Unit | $1,716 | $1,716 | - |
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 — Concord West vs Rhodes (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Concord West and Rhodes cost within $193 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,213, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $193 per year. Rhodes is 11.9 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, $8,152 and $8,152 a year, so the $193 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Concord West cumulative | Rhodes cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,996 | $9,189 | $193 |
| Year 3 | $27,806 | $28,402 | $596 |
| Year 5 | $47,761 | $48,786 | $1,025 |
| Year 10 | $103,129 | $105,342 | $2,213 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Concord West or Rhodes cheaper to live in?
Concord West is cheaper to run by car at $8,996 per year versus $9,189 for Rhodes, a difference of $193 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Concord West and Rhodes?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,268 in Concord West (Canada Bay rates (OLG) and $1,268 in Rhodes (Canada Bay rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Concord West and $1,548 in Rhodes. 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 Concord West and Rhodes?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,230 from Concord West and $3,423 from Rhodes to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,386 from Concord West and $2,386 from Rhodes.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Concord West and Rhodes?
At 3% annual cost growth, Concord West costs a cumulative $103,129 and Rhodes costs $105,342 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,213 in favour of Concord West. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Concord West and Rhodes is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Canada Bay rates (OLG and Canada Bay 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.