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Canoelands

NSW 2157 • New South Wales

177
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
63.45 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
Semi-RuralBushlandFamily-FriendlyPeaceful
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About Canoelands

Canoelands is a small rural locality in the far north of Sydney's metropolitan fringe, approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD within the Hornsby Shire and The Hills Shire council areas. Set at an elevation of around 269 metres, the locality covers just over 63 square kilometres of bushland and semi-rural land near the Hawkesbury River corridor. With a population of 177 at the 2021 Census and a median household income of approximately 8,000, Canoelands has the character of a quiet semi-rural hamlet on the edge of the greater Sydney region.

Canoelands is best known for Canoelands Orchard, a popular pick-your-own fruit destination that attracts day-trippers from across Sydney. The locality also borders Marramarra National Park, which offers the scenic Canoelands Ridge walking track — a 10-kilometre route to Gentlemans Halt through Hawkesbury sandstone country with views over the Hawkesbury River. The nearest services and shops are in Glenorie, a short drive to the south, while Old Northern Road connects the locality to the broader road network. There is no rail or regular bus service, and a car is essential for daily life.

Canoelands falls under postcode 2157 and is governed by the Hornsby Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Berowra, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2157
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hornsby
Federal Electorate
Berowra
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.60°, 150.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
63.45 km²
Population Density
3 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2157

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2157, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$48,075
Median 2023–24
$60,919
▲ 26.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$92,796

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2157; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Nearest services in Glenorie (~5km south) N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Berowra (~20km) then T1 Line to Sydney CBD (~55 min)
By Car (Peak)
75-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
55-70 min

🛣️ Car essential; Old Northern Road provides the main connection south towards Hornsby and the Pacific Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Canoelands is a rural locality with no shops or services — a car is essential for all daily needs, with the nearest facilities in Glenorie

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

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👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
177
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
72.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 9.3%
Motor vehicle theft
43.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
135 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.2%
Robbery (unarmed)
7.8 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
101.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.8%
View all 62 offence types for Hornsby →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Canoelands known for? +

Canoelands is known for Canoelands Orchard, a popular pick-your-own fruit destination for Sydney day-trippers, and for the Canoelands Ridge walking track in Marramarra National Park, which follows Hawkesbury sandstone ridgelines with views over the Hawkesbury River.

How far is Canoelands from Sydney CBD? +

Canoelands is approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney CBD, a drive of around 55–70 minutes via Old Northern Road in off-peak conditions.

Does Canoelands have public transport? +

Canoelands has no rail or regular bus service. The nearest train station is Berowra, approximately 20 kilometres to the east on the T1 North Shore and Northern Line. A car is essential for daily travel.

What is the population of Canoelands? +

Canoelands had a population of 177 at the 2021 Census, making it one of the smaller semi-rural localities on Sydney's northern fringe, spread across some 63 square kilometres of bushland.

Is Canoelands a good place to live? +

Canoelands suits those seeking a quiet semi-rural lifestyle within reach of Sydney, with bushwalking, an orchard, and the natural character of the Hawkesbury region on the doorstep. The lack of public transport and local services means it is best suited to those comfortable with car dependency and a rural pace of life.

What is the postcode for Canoelands? +

The postcode for Canoelands, NSW is 2157.

Is Canoelands a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Canoelands is part of the Hornsby 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.