Rhodes vs Wentworth Point, true annual running costs compared 2026
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 91c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Rhodes (Canada Bay rates (OLG) and Wentworth Point (Parramatta rates (OLG) attract comparison from buyers considering suburbs across different council areas at similar distances from Sydney CBD (11.9 km and 12.9 km).
The two sit within $129 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, Rhodes costs about $1,500 less to run than Wentworth Point. That's about $3 a week.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Rhodes | Wentworth Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates Official, 2026-27 | $1,268 | $1,156 | +$112 |
| Water & sewerage Official, 2026-27 | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) Modelled, 2026-27 | $3,540 | $3,781 | -$241 |
| Commute (public transport) Modelled, 2026-27 | $2,386 | $2,386 | - |
| Home insurance Estimated | $1,850 | $1,850 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) Estimated | $2,600 | $2,300 | +$300 |
| Total (driving) | $8,206 | $8,335 | -$129 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,052 | $6,940 | +$112 |
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 | Rhodes | Wentworth Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,342 | $2,720 | -$378 |
| Unit | $1,909 | $2,209 | -$300 |
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, Rhodes vs Wentworth Point (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Rhodes and Wentworth Point cost within $129 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $1,478, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $241 per year. Wentworth Point is 12.9 km from Sydney CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 91c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,052 and $6,940 a year, so the $129 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
Where the difference actually comes from
- Council rates favours Wentworth Point by $112 a year, $1,156 against $1,268.
- Water and sewerage is identical at $1,548 a year.
- Driving commute favours Rhodes by $241 a year, $3,540 against $3,781.
- Building insurance is identical at $1,850 a year.
They sit in different council areas, so the rates line is set by two different councils. For NSW that figure is the average residential rate reported to the Office of Local Government, uplifted by that council's IPART rate peg.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Rhodes cumulative | Wentworth Point cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,206 | $8,335 | $129 |
| Year 3 | $25,364 | $25,763 | $399 |
| Year 5 | $43,567 | $44,252 | $685 |
| Year 10 | $94,073 | $95,551 | $1,478 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rhodes or Wentworth Point cheaper to live in?
Rhodes is cheaper to run by car at $8,206 per year versus $8,335 for Wentworth Point, a difference of $129 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 91c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Rhodes and Wentworth Point?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,268 in Rhodes (Canada Bay rates (OLG) and $1,156 in Wentworth Point (Parramatta rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Rhodes and $1,548 in Wentworth 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 Rhodes and Wentworth Point?
Annual driving commute costs are $3,540 from Rhodes and $3,781 from Wentworth Point to Sydney CBD (ATO 91c/km). Public transport costs $2,386 from Rhodes and $2,386 from Wentworth Point.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Rhodes and Wentworth Point?
At 3% annual cost growth, Rhodes costs a cumulative $94,073 and Wentworth Point costs $95,551 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $1,478 in favour of Rhodes. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
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Sources: Canada Bay rates (OLG and Parramatta 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.