Drummoyne vs Huntleys Point: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Drummoyne (Canada Bay rates (OLG) and Huntleys Point (Hunters Hill rates (OLG) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas at similar distances from Sydney CBD (5.6 km and 6.7 km).
Drummoyne runs $1,492 a year cheaper than Huntleys Point, driven mostly by council rates. Over 10 years at 3% growth that gap compounds to about $17,104.
Over 10 years, Drummoyne costs about $17,100 less to run than Huntleys Point — the same as paying $17,100 less for the home. It's the cost no listing shows you.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Drummoyne | Huntleys Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,268 | $2,446 | -$1,178 |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $1,760 | $2,074 | -$314 |
| Commute (public transport) | $1,920 | $1,920 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,950 | $2,950 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,600 | $2,600 | - |
| Total (driving) | $7,526 | $9,018 | -$1,492 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,686 | $8,864 | -$1,178 |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Drummoyne | Huntleys Point | 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.
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Annual cost breakdown — Drummoyne vs Huntleys Point (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Drummoyne costs $1,492 less per year to run by car. Held over ten years at 3% annual cost growth, that gap compounds to $17,104 in favour of Drummoyne.
The biggest single gap is council rates at $1,178 per year.
On public transport the gap is $1,178 per year, $7,686 from Drummoyne versus $8,864 from Huntleys Point.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Drummoyne cumulative | Huntleys Point cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $7,526 | $9,018 | $1,492 |
| Year 3 | $23,262 | $27,874 | $4,612 |
| Year 5 | $39,957 | $47,878 | $7,921 |
| Year 10 | $86,277 | $103,381 | $17,104 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Drummoyne or Huntleys Point cheaper to live in?
Drummoyne is cheaper to run by car at $7,526 per year versus $9,018 for Huntleys Point, a difference of $1,492 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Drummoyne and Huntleys Point?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,268 in Drummoyne (Canada Bay rates (OLG) and $2,446 in Huntleys Point (Hunters Hill rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Drummoyne and $1,548 in Huntleys Point. 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 Drummoyne and Huntleys Point?
Annual driving commute costs are $1,760 from Drummoyne and $2,074 from Huntleys Point to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $1,920 from Drummoyne and $1,920 from Huntleys Point.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Drummoyne and Huntleys Point?
At 3% annual cost growth, Drummoyne costs a cumulative $86,277 and Huntleys Point costs $103,381 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $17,104 in favour of Drummoyne. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Drummoyne and Huntleys Point is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Canada Bay rates (OLG and Hunters Hill 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.