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Collaroy Plateau

NSW 2097 • Greater Sydney

4,805
Population (2021)
$170,456
Median Household Income
1.22 km²
Area
$800/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyAffluentBeachsideLeafyEstablished

About Collaroy Plateau

Collaroy Plateau is a prestigious residential suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, perched on the ridgeline above Collaroy and Long Reef, approximately 25 kilometres north of the CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of 4,805, the suburb is compact at just 1.22 square kilometres and is dominated by large family homes with a high rate of owner-occupancy. Median household income is exceptionally high, reflecting the area's affluent demographic, with a median mortgage of over ,400 per month and median rent of 00 per week among the highest in the region.

Residents enjoy close proximity to the surf beaches of Collaroy and Long Reef Aquatic Reserve, as well as the Long Reef Golf Club and its scenic headland walks. The suburb is strongly family-oriented, with a high proportion of school-aged children and a diverse range of nearby schools including Catholic and independent options. Its elevated position offers views towards the ocean and surrounding bushland, while the nearby Collaroy village strip and Westfield Warringah Mall provide convenient shopping and dining within easy reach.

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

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📍 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
-33.73°, 151.29°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.22 km²
Elevation
96m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$2.9M
74 sales · ▲ 3.6% 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)
$800
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,467
Avg Household Size
3.2 people
Median Age
40 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

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

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
25 km
By Train
Check Transport for NSW for current train services
By Car (Peak)
75-100 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50-63 min

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

Walkability Car-Dependent

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

🛒 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 Plateau. 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
4,767
Census 2021
4,805
▲ 0.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$45,500
Personal Income 2021
$55,692
▲ 22.4% 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
$55,692 / yr
$1071/wk
Household
$170,456 / yr
$3278/wk
Family
$173,732 / yr
$3341/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,591
Born Overseas 1,099

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 303
  • 2. New Zealand 101
  • 3. China 67
  • 4. Italy 59
  • 5. South Africa 57
  • 6. Scotland 35
  • 7. United States 31
  • 8. Ireland 30
  • 9. Germany 23
  • 10. Philippines 23

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,946
Australian 1,744
Irish 574
Scottish 495
Italian 360
German 173
Chinese 136
Dutch 103
New Zealander 77
Serbian 70

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,320
Both parents born in Australia
1,537
Both parents born overseas
825
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
55.4%
No Religion
38.7%
Buddhism
0.9%
Islam
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Judaism
0.2%
Sikhism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
282 (5.9%)
5-14 years
789 (16.4%)
15-19 years
390 (8.1%)
20-24 years
283 (5.9%)
25-34 years
365 (7.6%)
35-44 years
669 (13.9%)
45-54 years
825 (17.2%)
55-64 years
574 (11.9%)
65-74 years
365 (7.6%)
75-84 years
206 (4.3%)
85+ years
72 (1.5%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Collaroy Plateau known for? +

Residents enjoy close proximity to the surf beaches of Collaroy and Long Reef Aquatic Reserve, as well as the Long Reef Golf Club and its scenic headland walks.

How far is Collaroy Plateau from Sydney CBD? +

Collaroy Plateau is located in NSW 2097. For specific distances to the CBD, refer to local mapping services.

Does Collaroy Plateau have public transport? +

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

What is the population of Collaroy Plateau? +

According to the 2021 Census, Collaroy Plateau has a population of 4,805 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Collaroy Plateau a good place to live? +

Collaroy Plateau is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is strongly family-oriented, with a high proportion of school-aged children and a diverse range of nearby schools including Catholic and independent options.

What is the postcode for Collaroy Plateau? +

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

What is the average income in Collaroy Plateau? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Collaroy Plateau is about $1,071 per week (around $55,700 per year). The median household income is $3,278 per week and the median family income is $3,341 per week.

What is the median house price in Collaroy Plateau? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $2,900,000, up 3.6% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Collaroy Plateau? +

The median age in Collaroy Plateau is 40. The largest age group is 45–54 (825 residents, around 17%). Around 30% of residents are under 20 and about 13% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Collaroy Plateau a safe area? +

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

In Collaroy Plateau, the median weekly rent is $800, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $3,467 (2021 Census).