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Roseville Chase

NSW 2069 • Greater Sydney

1,618
Population (2021)
$209,352
Median Household Income
1.26 km²
Area
$925/wk
Median Rent
Family-FriendlyBushlandUpper North ShoreWaterfrontAffluent

About Roseville Chase

Roseville Chase is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located 11 kilometres northwest of the Sydney CBD within the Ku-ring-gai local government area. Covering just 1.26 square kilometres, the suburb sits on the Middle Harbour waterway and is characterised by bushland-backed housing, heritage sandstone outcrops, and a quiet, established streetscape. The 2021 Census recorded a population of 1,618, reflecting a stable, affluent community of families and professional households. The suburb borders Roseville to the west, Killarney Heights to the east, and the Middle Harbour bushland to the north.

Roseville Chase offers a tranquil lifestyle prized by families and bushland lovers, with direct access to Middle Harbour bush walking tracks and close proximity to Garigal National Park. The suburb has no major commercial centre of its own, but neighbouring Roseville and Chatswood provide extensive shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Highly regarded public and private schools are within easy reach, making the area popular with families. The mix of harbourside bushland, architectural diversity, and excellent connectivity to central Sydney underpins the suburb's enduring popularity.

Roseville Chase falls under postcode 2069 and is governed by Ku-ring-gai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2069
Urban Area
Hornsby - Ku-ring-gai
LGA / Council
Ku-ring-gai
Federal Electorate
Bradfield
State Electorate
Davidson
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.77°, 151.20°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.26 km²
Elevation
64m

🏷️ Property Prices 2025

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

🏡House
$3.87M
24 sales · ▲ 22.8% 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)
$925
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$4,000
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
45 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Roseville
1.5 km
~18 min walk
Chatswood
3.2 km
N/A – drive or bus
Lindfield
2 km
~25 min walk

Bus Services

  • Route 273 — Roseville Station / Chatswood ~10–15 min
  • Route 283 — Manly / Chatswood ~15 min to Chatswood

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
11 km
By Train
~28 min from Roseville Station (T1 North Shore Line)
By Bus
~45–55 min via local bus to station then train
By Car (Peak)
~35–50 min via Pacific Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
~20–25 min via Pacific Highway

🛣️ Train is the recommended commute option. Roseville Station is ~1.5 km from the suburb centre.

Walkability Somewhat Walkable

Residential streets are walkable with some footpaths, and bush trails add amenity. Local shops require a short drive or bus. Train access is within walking distance for some residents.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area, which contains Roseville Chase. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
95.8 / 100k
2yr Down 29.7% 10yr Down 11.2%
Motor vehicle theft
25.7 / 100k
2yr Down 59.8% 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
96.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 5.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
3.1 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
106 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.6%
View all 62 offence types for Ku-ring-gai →

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

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,616
Census 2021
1,618
▲ 0.1% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$52,728
Personal Income 2021
$62,244
▲ 18.0% 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
$62,244 / yr
$1197/wk
Household
$209,352 / yr
$4026/wk
Family
$228,748 / yr
$4399/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,063
Born Overseas 535

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. China 82
  • 2. England 75
  • 3. Hong Kong 42
  • 4. United States 27
  • 5. Japan 26
  • 6. New Zealand 24
  • 7. South Africa 24
  • 8. India 22
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 21
  • 10. Scotland 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 540
Australian 456
Chinese 268
Irish 184
Scottish 172
German 57
Italian 49
Indian 39
Lebanese 32
Dutch 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

608
Both parents born in Australia
664
Both parents born overseas
326
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.4%
No Religion
40.7%
Buddhism
2.3%
Judaism
1.1%
Hinduism
0.8%
Islam
0.7%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
68 (4.2%)
5-14 years
272 (16.8%)
15-19 years
123 (7.6%)
20-24 years
90 (5.6%)
25-34 years
80 (4.9%)
35-44 years
172 (10.6%)
45-54 years
288 (17.8%)
55-64 years
237 (14.6%)
65-74 years
156 (9.6%)
75-84 years
90 (5.6%)
85+ years
49 (3.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Roseville Chase known for? +

Roseville Chase is a leafy residential suburb on Sydney's Upper North Shore, located 11 kilometres northwest of the Sydney CBD within the Ku-ring-gai local government area.

How far is Roseville Chase from Sydney CBD? +

Roseville Chase is approximately 11 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes around ~35–50 min via Pacific Highway during peak hour and ~20–25 min via Pacific Highway off-peak. By train, the journey takes approximately ~28 min from Roseville Station (T1 North Shore Line).

Does Roseville Chase have public transport? +

Roseville Chase is served by Roseville station (1.5 km, approximately ~18 min walk walk) on the T1 North Shore Line (Berowra/Hornsby to City). Local bus services including Route 273 also connect residents to Roseville Station / Chatswood.

What is the population of Roseville Chase? +

According to the 2021 Census, Roseville Chase has a population of approximately 1,618 residents.

Is Roseville Chase a good place to live? +

Roseville Chase is considered a good place for families, with a suburban setting and access to schools, parks, and local services. Its community character makes it appealing to households at various life stages.

What is the postcode for Roseville Chase? +

The postcode for Roseville Chase in NSW is 2069.

What is the average income in Roseville Chase? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Roseville Chase is about $1,197 per week (around $62,200 per year). The median household income is $4,026 per week and the median family income is $4,399 per week.

What is the median house price in Roseville Chase? +

As of 2025, the median house price is $3,867,750, up 22.8% on the previous year. Figures are based on NSW Valuer General — Property Sales Information.

What is the age profile of Roseville Chase? +

The median age in Roseville Chase is 45. The largest age group is 45–54 (288 residents, around 18%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 18% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Roseville Chase a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Roseville Chase is part of the Ku-ring-gai 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 Roseville Chase? +

In Roseville Chase, the median weekly rent is $925, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $4,000 (2021 Census).