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Collaroy

NSW 2097 • Greater Sydney

7,944
Population (2021)
$123,344
Median Household Income
2.68 km²
Area
$600/wk
Median Rent
CoastalBeachsideFamily-FriendlyAffluentSurfing

About Collaroy

Collaroy is a sought-after beachside suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located approximately 22 kilometres north-east of the Sydney CBD. With a population of around 7,944, it sits within the Northern Beaches local government area and is known for its long stretch of golden sand beach. The suburb has a median taxable income of $57,063 and a 69% owner-occupancy rate, reflecting an affluent, established community.

Collaroy offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with swimming, surfing, and rock pool bathing right on the doorstep. The suburb features a mix of houses, units, and beachfront apartments along Pittwater Road, with a small retail strip providing cafes, restaurants, and essential shops. Collaroy is popular with families, professionals, and downsizers who value the relaxed beach culture while maintaining access to city amenities. Long Reef Headland and its aquatic reserve provide spectacular coastal walks.

Collaroy falls under postcode 2097 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wakehurst electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2097
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Mackellar
State Electorate
Wakehurst
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 151.30°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.68 km²
Elevation
14m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.49M
46 sales · ▼ 4.1% vs 2024
🏢Unit / Apartment
$1.19M
108 sales · ▲ 2.8% 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)
$600
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,800
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
43 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
0.1%

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

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Dee Why (B-Line)
2.5 km
30 min
Narrabeen (B-Line)
2 km
25 min

Bus Services

  • B-Line (B1) — Mona Vale to Sydney CBD (Wynyard) 50-60 min to CBD
  • Route 155 — Dee Why to Manly via Collaroy 20 min to Manly
  • Route L90 — Palm Beach to City (express) 55 min to CBD

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
22 km
By Train
N/A (no rail on Northern Beaches)
By Bus
50-60 min (B-Line to Wynyard)
By Car (Peak)
45-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30 min

🛣️ Northern Beaches lacks a rail line. The B-Line rapid bus service is the main public transport link to the CBD via Spit Bridge and Military Road.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Good pedestrian infrastructure along Pittwater Road and beachfront. Local shops, cafes, and the beach are walkable for most residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Collaroy. 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
7,870
Census 2021
7,944
▲ 0.9% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$49,660
Personal Income 2021
$55,848
▲ 12.5% 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
$55,848 / yr
$1074/wk
Household
$123,344 / yr
$2372/wk
Family
$151,164 / yr
$2907/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,558
Born Overseas 2,088

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 509
  • 2. New Zealand 178
  • 3. Brazil 128
  • 4. Italy 103
  • 5. South Africa 96
  • 6. China 95
  • 7. United States 72
  • 8. Scotland 56
  • 9. Germany 50
  • 10. Ireland 49

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,319
Australian 2,543
Irish 1,136
Scottish 874
Italian 561
German 320
Chinese 234
Dutch 159
New Zealander 106
Greek 105

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,709
Both parents born in Australia
2,609
Both parents born overseas
1,309
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.6%
No Religion
41.5%
Buddhism
0.9%
Hinduism
0.4%
Islam
0.4%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
417 (5.2%)
5-14 years
792 (10.0%)
15-19 years
502 (6.3%)
20-24 years
461 (5.8%)
25-34 years
1,022 (12.9%)
35-44 years
976 (12.3%)
45-54 years
1,146 (14.4%)
55-64 years
1,059 (13.3%)
65-74 years
818 (10.3%)
75-84 years
498 (6.3%)
85+ years
263 (3.3%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collaroy known for? +

Collaroy offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with swimming, surfing, and rock pool bathing right on the doorstep.

How far is Collaroy from Sydney CBD? +

Collaroy is approximately 22 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 45-55 min in peak hour and 30 min off-peak.

Does Collaroy have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Dee Why (B-Line) (2.5 km away, approximately 30 min walk) on the B-Line rapid bus (not rail). Bus services include B-Line (B1), running to Mona Vale to Sydney CBD (Wynyard) in approximately 50-60 min to CBD.

What is the population of Collaroy? +

According to the 2021 Census, Collaroy has a population of 7,944 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Collaroy a good place to live? +

Collaroy is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a comfortable suburban lifestyle in NSW. The suburb features a mix of houses, units, and beachfront apartments along Pittwater Road, with a small retail strip providing cafes, restaurants, and essential shops.

What is the postcode for Collaroy? +

The postcode for Collaroy is 2097. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).

What is the average income in Collaroy? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Collaroy is about $1,074 per week (around $55,800 per year). The median household income is $2,372 per week and the median family income is $2,907 per week.

What is the median house price in Collaroy? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,487,500, down 4.1% on the previous year, and the median unit/apartment price is $1,187,500, up 2.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Collaroy? +

The median age in Collaroy is 43. The largest age group is 45–54 (1,146 residents, around 14%). Around 22% of residents are under 20 and about 20% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Collaroy a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Collaroy 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 Collaroy? +

In Collaroy, the median weekly rent is $600, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,800 (2021 Census).