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Colo (Hawkesbury - NSW)

NSW 2756 • New South Wales

62
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
6.90 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandRiversidePeaceful
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About Colo (Hawkesbury - NSW)

Colo is a small rural locality in the Hawkesbury district of New South Wales, situated approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Sydney within the Hawkesbury City Council area. Covering around 7 square kilometres, the area recorded a population of 62 at the 2021 Census. The locality sits on the Colo River — a significant tributary of the Hawkesbury River — in a landscape of sandstone ridges, river flats, and native bushland characteristic of the greater Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury basin.

The Colo River corridor is renowned for its wild and scenic character, with the Lower Colo and Wollemi National Park wilderness areas drawing bushwalkers, canoeists, and nature enthusiasts. Windsor, the nearest major township, provides services including schools, supermarkets, and connections to the Richmond and Blacktown areas. Colo offers an exceptionally scenic rural and semi-wilderness lifestyle on Sydney's north-western fringe, within reach of Sydney for those willing to make the commute.

Colo (Hawkesbury - NSW) falls under postcode 2756 and is governed by the Hawkesbury Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Macquarie, while state elections fall under the Hornsby electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2756
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Hawkesbury
Federal Electorate
Macquarie
State Electorate
Hornsby
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.47°, 150.89°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
6.90 km²
Population Density
9 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2756

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2756, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$52,631
Median 2023–24
$63,000
▲ 19.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$77,080

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2756; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Windsor Station
22 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • No regular local bus service — Windsor N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
65 km
By Train
NSW TrainLink from Windsor (~22km away) to Central, approx. 1 hr 20 min
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 1.25 to 1.75 hrs via Windsor Road or Bells Line of Road
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 1 to 1.25 hrs

🛣️ Windsor Road is the main route toward Sydney. Road flooding in the Hawkesbury lowlands can affect access.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services; a vehicle is required for all errands, with Windsor the nearest service town ~22km away.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
62
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Hawkesbury Local Government Area, which contains Colo (Hawkesbury - NSW). Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
148.5 / 100k
2yr Up 59.4% 10yr Down 6.4%
Motor vehicle theft
158.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
337.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
2.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
179 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 12.1%
View all 62 offence types for Hawkesbury →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colo known for? +

Colo is known for the scenic Colo River valley, proximity to the Wollemi National Park wilderness, and the wild bushland character of the Hawkesbury district north-west of Sydney.

How far is Colo from Sydney? +

Colo is approximately 65 kilometres north-west of Sydney CBD, a drive of around 1 to 1.75 hours depending on traffic and the route taken.

Does Colo have public transport? +

Colo has no local public transport. Windsor station approximately 22 kilometres away provides NSW TrainLink services to Sydney Central in around 1 hour 20 minutes.

What is the population of Colo? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 62 in Colo, making it one of the smaller localities in the Hawkesbury City Council area.

Is Colo a good place to live? +

Colo suits those who value a bush lifestyle near the Colo and Hawkesbury rivers within Sydney's north-western outskirts, though flooding risk and distance from services should be considered.

What is the postcode for Colo? +

The postcode for Colo (Hawkesbury), New South Wales is 2756.

Is Colo a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Colo is part of the Hawkesbury 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.