Sheedys Gully vs South Littleton: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Sheedys Gully and South Littleton are both Lithgow rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 106.5 km and 107.6 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.
Sheedys Gully
South Littleton
Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Sheedys Gully | South Littleton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,186 | $1,186 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,300 | $1,300 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $17,600 | $17,600 | - |
| Commute (public transport) | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,400 | $2,400 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $1,800 | $1,800 | - |
| Total (driving) | $22,486 | $22,486 | - |
| Total (public transport) | $7,286 | $7,286 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Sheedys Gully | South Littleton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,554 | $2,554 | - |
| Unit | $2,020 | $2,020 | - |
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 — Sheedys Gully vs South Littleton (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Sheedys Gully and South Littleton 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, $7,286 and $7,286 a year, so the $0 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Sheedys Gully cumulative | South Littleton cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $22,486 | $22,486 | $0 |
| Year 3 | $69,502 | $69,502 | $0 |
| Year 5 | $119,381 | $119,381 | $0 |
| Year 10 | $257,777 | $257,777 | $0 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sheedys Gully or South Littleton cheaper to live in?
Sheedys Gully is cheaper to run by car at $22,486 per year versus $22,486 for South Littleton, 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 Sheedys Gully and South Littleton?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,186 in Sheedys Gully (Lithgow rates (OLG) and $1,186 in South Littleton (Lithgow rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,300 in Sheedys Gully and $1,300 in South Littleton. 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 Sheedys Gully and South Littleton?
Annual driving commute costs are $17,600 from Sheedys Gully and $17,600 from South Littleton to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $2,400 from Sheedys Gully and $2,400 from South Littleton.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Sheedys Gully and South Littleton?
At 3% annual cost growth, Sheedys Gully costs a cumulative $257,777 and South Littleton costs $257,777 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $0 in favour of Sheedys Gully. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Sheedys Gully and South Littleton is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Lithgow rates (OLG and Lithgow 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.