Hassall Grove vs Oakhurst: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Hassall Grove and Oakhurst are both Blacktown City Council rates (IPART approved SRV, 11.54% adopted for suburbs, sitting 37.4 km and 37.4 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.
Hassall Grove
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Hassall Grove | Oakhurst | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,360 | $1,360 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $6,730 | $6,730 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $1,850 | $1,850 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,100 | $2,100 | - |
| Total (driving) | $11,488 | $11,488 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $7,158 | $7,158 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Hassall Grove | Oakhurst | 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 — Hassall Grove vs Oakhurst (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Hassall Grove and Oakhurst 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, $7,158 and $7,158 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Hassall Grove cumulative | Oakhurst cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $11,488 | $11,488 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $35,508 | $35,508 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $60,991 | $60,991 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $131,697 | $131,697 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hassall Grove or Oakhurst cheaper to live in?
Hassall Grove is cheaper to run by car at $11,488 per year versus $11,488 for Oakhurst, 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 Hassall Grove and Oakhurst?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,360 in Hassall Grove (Blacktown City Council rates (IPART approved SRV, 11.54% adopted for) and $1,360 in Oakhurst (Blacktown City Council rates (IPART approved SRV, 11.54% adopted for). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Hassall Grove and $1,548 in Oakhurst. 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 Hassall Grove and Oakhurst?
Annual driving commute costs are $6,730 from Hassall Grove and $6,730 from Oakhurst to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Hassall Grove and $2,400 from Oakhurst.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Hassall Grove and Oakhurst?
At 3% annual cost growth, Hassall Grove costs a cumulative $131,697 and Oakhurst costs $131,697 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Hassall Grove. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Hassall Grove and Oakhurst is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Blacktown City Council rates (IPART approved SRV, 11.54% adopted for and Blacktown City Council rates (IPART approved SRV, 11.54% adopted for 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.