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Belrose

NSW 2085 • Greater Sydney

8,726
Population (2021)
$135,096
Median Household Income
13.64 km²
Area
$890/wk
Median Rent
LeafyAffluentFamily-FriendlyBushlandEstablished

About Belrose

Belrose is an elevated suburban locality on Sydney's Northern Beaches, situated approximately 22 kilometres north of the CBD on the Ku-ring-gai Plateau within the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of 8,726 and a median age of 46, the suburb attracts established families and older residents drawn to its quiet bushland setting and quality housing stock. The median household income of $2,598 per week and median monthly mortgage of $3,441 reflect its standing as an affluent residential enclave in one of Sydney's most sought-after corridors.

Belrose is bordered by Garigal National Park, which offers extensive bushwalking and mountain biking trails directly accessible from residential streets. The suburb's commercial hub at Belrose Super Centre provides supermarket, homeware, and specialty retail, supplemented by the nearby Forest Way shopping strip. Highly regarded public and independent schools contribute to its appeal with families, while the combination of bushland tranquillity and proximity to the Northern Beaches coastline — Dee Why and Manly are each around 15–20 minutes' drive — makes Belrose a distinctive and desirable place to live.

Belrose falls under postcode 2085 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2085
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Mackellar
State Electorate
Davidson
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.72°, 151.21°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
13.64 km²
Elevation
156m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

Median sale prices in Belrose for 2025. Based on every residential settlement recorded by the NSW Valuer General in 2025.

🏡House
$2.4M
123 sales · ▼ 0.4% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1M
55 sales · ▲ 13.7% vs 2024

Source: NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information. Strata-titled sales are counted as units; all others as houses. Suburbs with fewer than 5 sales in a category are omitted.

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$890
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,441
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
46 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.3%

0 state housing + 9 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • NSW Bus routes — Sydney CBD or nearest regional centre Varies

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
Check Transport for NSW for current train services
By Car (Peak)
66-88 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
44-55 min

🛣️ Check Transport for NSW (transportnsw.info) for current public transport options.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Belrose requires a car for most daily errands, though some local amenities may be accessible on foot.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    56 - 58 Glen Street Belrose 2085 NSW
  • ALDI
    56 - 58 Glen Street, Belrose NSW 2085

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Belrose. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
62 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.9%
Motor vehicle theft
55.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.5%
Non-DV assault
204.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
130.4 / 100k
2yr Down 23.8% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Northern Beaches →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,780
Census 2021
8,726
▼ 0.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$39,728
Personal Income 2021
$46,956
▲ 18.2% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$46,956 / yr
$903/wk
Household
$135,096 / yr
$2598/wk
Family
$161,928 / yr
$3114/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,101
Born Overseas 2,491

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 614
  • 2. South Africa 235
  • 3. China 212
  • 4. New Zealand 149
  • 5. Iran 93
  • 6. India 67
  • 7. Hong Kong 64
  • 8. United States 63
  • 9. Germany 59
  • 10. Scotland 56

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,489
Australian 2,962
Irish 989
Scottish 840
Chinese 486
Italian 390
German 318
South African 177
Indian 152
Dutch 137

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,781
Both parents born in Australia
3,325
Both parents born overseas
1,390
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
58.7%
No Religion
35.1%
Hinduism
1.0%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
364 (4.2%)
5-14 years
1,237 (14.2%)
15-19 years
612 (7.0%)
20-24 years
461 (5.3%)
25-34 years
463 (5.3%)
35-44 years
961 (11.0%)
45-54 years
1,375 (15.8%)
55-64 years
947 (10.9%)
65-74 years
894 (10.2%)
75-84 years
953 (10.9%)
85+ years
462 (5.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Belrose known for? +

Belrose is bordered by Garigal National Park, which offers extensive bushwalking and mountain biking trails directly accessible from residential streets.

How far is Belrose from Sydney CBD? +

Belrose is located in NSW 2085. For specific distances to the CBD, refer to local mapping services.

Does Belrose have public transport? +

Public transport options vary. Check Transport for NSW (transportnsw.info) for current routes and timetables.

What is the population of Belrose? +

According to the 2021 Census, Belrose has a population of 8,726 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Belrose a good place to live? +

Belrose is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb's commercial hub at Belrose Super Centre provides supermarket, homeware, and specialty retail, supplemented by the nearby Forest Way shopping strip.

What is the postcode for Belrose? +

The postcode for Belrose is 2085. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Belrose? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Belrose is about $903 per week (around $47,000 per year). The median household income is $2,598 per week and the median family income is $3,114 per week.

What is the median house price in Belrose? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,400,000, down 0.4% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,000,000, up 13.7% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Belrose? +

The median age in Belrose is 46. The largest age group is 45–54 (1,375 residents, around 16%). Around 25% of residents are under 20 and about 26% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Belrose a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Belrose is part of the Northern Beaches LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Belrose? +

In Belrose, the median weekly rent is $890, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,441 (2021 Census).