Gouldsville vs Maison Dieu: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Gouldsville and Maison Dieu are both Singleton rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 144 km and 147.9 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $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.
Gouldsville
Maison Dieu
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Gouldsville | Maison Dieu | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,341 | $1,341 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $17,600 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,450 | $2,450 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $22,691 | $22,691 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $7,491 | $7,491 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Gouldsville | Maison Dieu | 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 — Gouldsville vs Maison Dieu (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Gouldsville and Maison Dieu 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, $7,491 and $7,491 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Gouldsville cumulative | Maison Dieu cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $22,691 | $22,691 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $70,136 | $70,136 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $120,470 | $120,470 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $260,127 | $260,127 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gouldsville or Maison Dieu cheaper to live in?
Gouldsville is cheaper to run by car at $22,691 per year versus $22,691 for Maison Dieu, 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 Gouldsville and Maison Dieu?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,341 in Gouldsville (Singleton rates (OLG) and $1,341 in Maison Dieu (Singleton rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Gouldsville and $1,300 in Maison Dieu. 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 Gouldsville and Maison Dieu?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Gouldsville and $17,600 from Maison Dieu to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Gouldsville and $2,400 from Maison Dieu.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Gouldsville and Maison Dieu?
At 3% annual cost growth, Gouldsville costs a cumulative $260,127 and Maison Dieu costs $260,127 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Gouldsville. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Gouldsville and Maison Dieu is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Singleton rates (OLG and Singleton 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.