Turrella vs Wolli Creek: true annual running costs compared (2026)
Last updated July 2026 · council rates current NSW schedules, ATO 88c/km, Opal & Translink fares, AER electricity benchmarks
Turrella and Wolli Creek are both Bayside rates (OLG suburbs, sitting 9.3 km and 8.5 km from Sydney CBD respectively, and are commonly compared by buyers weighing up running costs within the same council area.
The two sit within $210 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 these two cost about the same to run. The difference here isn't money — it's location, schools and lifestyle.
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Annual cost breakdown
| Category | Turrella | Wolli Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council rates | $1,265 | $1,265 | - |
| Water & sewerage | $1,548 | $1,548 | - |
| Commute (driving) | $2,777 | $2,567 | +$210 |
| Commute (public transport) | $1,920 | $1,920 | - |
| Home insurance | $2,950 | $2,950 | - |
| Body corporate (unit) | $2,600 | $2,600 | - |
| Total (driving) | $8,540 | $8,330 | +$210 |
| Total (public transport) | $7,683 | $7,683 | - |
Green = cheaper. Commute: ATO 88c/km, 220 working days. Insurance AI-estimated; actual premiums vary. Council rates: average residential rate (NSW, IPART-uplifted).
| Dwelling | Turrella | Wolli Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| House | $2,148 | $2,148 | - |
| Unit | $1,716 | $1,716 | - |
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 — Turrella vs Wolli Creek (2026-27)
What the numbers show
Turrella and Wolli Creek cost within $210 of each other annually by car. Over ten years with 3% annual growth the gap reaches roughly $2,408, making running cost a minor factor in the decision.
The biggest single gap is commute costs at $210 per year. Turrella is 9.3 km from Sydney CBD, which drives higher annual driving costs at the ATO rate of 88c/km.
On public transport the two suburbs cost almost the same, $7,683 and $7,683 a year, so the $210 driving gap nearly closes if you commute by public transport.
10-year cumulative cost projection
| Year | Turrella cumulative | Wolli Creek cumulative | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $8,540 | $8,330 | $210 |
| Year 3 | $26,396 | $25,747 | $649 |
| Year 5 | $45,340 | $44,225 | $1,115 |
| Year 10 | $97,902 | $95,494 | $2,408 |
Assumes 3% annual cost growth. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Frequently asked questions
Is Turrella or Wolli Creek cheaper to live in?
Wolli Creek is cheaper to run by car at $8,330 per year versus $8,540 for Turrella, a difference of $210 annually. Figures cover council rates, water, commute (ATO 88c/km), and home insurance. Source: SuburbCost 2026 data.
What are council rates in Turrella and Wolli Creek?
Annual council rates for a house are $1,265 in Turrella (Bayside rates (OLG) and $1,265 in Wolli Creek (Bayside rates (OLG). Water and sewerage adds $1,548 in Turrella and $1,548 in Wolli Creek. 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 Turrella and Wolli Creek?
Annual driving commute costs are $2,777 from Turrella and $2,567 from Wolli Creek to Sydney CBD (ATO 88c/km). Public transport costs $1,920 from Turrella and $1,920 from Wolli Creek.
What is the 10-year cost difference between Turrella and Wolli Creek?
At 3% annual cost growth, Turrella costs a cumulative $97,902 and Wolli Creek costs $95,494 over 10 years by car. The cumulative difference is $2,408 in favour of Wolli Creek. Excludes purchase price, mortgage, and personal expenses.
Which of Turrella and Wolli Creek is best to actually live in?
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Sources: Bayside rates (OLG and Bayside 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.