Limekilns vs Wiagdon, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 91c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Limekilns and Wiagdon are both Bathurst Regional rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 23.4 km and 21.7 km from Bathurst CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $259 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, Wiagdon costs about $3,000 less to run than Limekilns. That's about $6 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Limekilns | Wiagdon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,341 | $1,341 | - |
| Water & sewerage Estimated | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $5,785 | $5,526 | +$259 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $5,785 | $5,526 | +$259 |
| Home insurance Estimated | $1,850 | $1,850 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $10,276 | $10,017 | +$259 |
| Total (public transport) | $10,276 | $10,017 | +$259 |
Totals exclude electricity, estimated separately below. Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 91c/km, 220 working days. Insurance estimated from ACCC premium rates; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Limekilns | Wiagdon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $3,257 | $3,257 | - |
| Unit | $2,691 | $2,691 | - |
Estimated from AER residential benchmarks for each suburb's climate zone at 2026-27 regulated prices for each suburb's electricity network, including supply charge (AER Default Market Offer caps, or the QCA price in regional Queensland; unit ≈ 75% of a house). Get the free report for a breakdown by your exact number of occupants.
Cost breakdown chart
Annual cost breakdown, Limekilns vs Wiagdon (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Limekilns and Wiagdon cost within $259 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,969, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $259 per year. Limekilns is 23.4 km from Bathurst CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the gap is $259 per year, $10,276 from Limekilns versus $10,017 from Wiagdon.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates is identical at $1,341 a year.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,300 a year.
- Driving commute favours Wiagdon by $259 a year, $5,526 against $5,785.
- Building insurance is identical at $1,850 a year.
Both suburbs sit in the same council area, so the rates line is identical and none of the difference between them comes from council. What separates them is commute distance.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Limekilns cumulative | Wiagdon cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $10,276 | $10,017 | $259 |
| Year 3 | $31,762 | $30,962 | $800 |
| Year 5 | $54,557 | $53,182 | $1,375 |
| Year 10 | $117,803 | $114,834 | $2,969 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Limekilns or Wiagdon cheaper to live in?
Wiagdon is cheaper to run by car at $10,017 per year versus $10,276 for Limekilns, a difference of $259 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Limekilns and Wiagdon?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,341 in Limekilns (Bathurst Regional rates (OLG) and $1,341 in Wiagdon (Bathurst Regional rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Limekilns and $1,300 in Wiagdon. 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 Limekilns and Wiagdon?
Annual driving commute costs are $5,785 from Limekilns and $5,526 from Wiagdon to Bathurst CBD (ATO 91c/km). No daily public transport commute is assumed from either suburb, so both are costed by car.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Limekilns and Wiagdon?
At 3% annual cost growth, Limekilns costs a cumulative $117,803 and Wiagdon costs $114,834 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,969 in favour of Wiagdon. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Bathurst Regional rates (OLG and Bathurst Regional rates (OLG rate data, water utility pricing (QLD: Queensland Urban Utilities / Unitywater; NSW: Sydney Water / Hunter Water), ATO 91c/km, and SuburbCost insurance estimates from ACCC premium rates. Data updated July 2026.