Brisbane Tops National Rankings for Cost-Effective Home Energy Upgrades

Brisbane’s average cost is below the national average, followed by Western Sydney, Perth, and Melbourne.

An undated supplied photo of Zoe Cheihk's massive Brisbane property, Rivergum Retreat, released Aug. 14, 2006. AAP Image/Jason Adcock

A report revealed that Brisbane is the most affordable major Australian city for upgrading new homes to achieve a seven-star energy efficiency rating, with an average cost of just $2,972 (US$2,050). This figure is significantly lower than the national average of $4,311.

In comparison, new homeowners in Western Sydney spend an average of $4,105 to reach seven-star compliance, while those in Perth spend $4,262, and homeowners in Melbourne face an average cost of $5,905.