Berowra (NSW)

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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside newly confirmed locations verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Berowra has a population projected at approximately 4,681 as of May 2026. This represents a reduction of 81 individuals (1.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,762 people. This shift is calculated from a local population of 4,678, determined by Districts through analysing the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) plus 7 verified new addresses registered after the Census date. Such a population size translates to a density of 564 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial room per inhabitant and potential capacity for subsequent expansion. Regional population expansion was driven chiefly by arrivals from abroad, who accounted for approximately 63.0% of total population additions in recent times.

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A highly qualified labor force resides in the suburb of Berowra, with the technology field showing exceptionally high representation, alongside a jobless rate of just 4.0% and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 0.9% over the preceding year, according to Districts regional data compilations. As of March 2026, 2,561 residents are employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.2% lower than the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%, and labor participation matching closely with the Greater Sydney level of 69.1%. Census records show that a substantial 52.7% of employed residents performed their duties from home, though the influence of pandemic lockdowns must be taken into account.

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According to recent ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Berowra possesses an exceptionally high income bracket relative to national standards. Taxpayers in the suburb of Berowra have a median income of $62,323 and an average income of $84,222, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $68,755 for the median and $92,914 for the average as of March 2026. Based on the 2021 Census, household earnings are positioned in the 94th percentile, translating to $2,781 weekly. Income distribution shows the largest cohort is the 28.5% of residents (1,334 people) earning more than $4000 weekly, which contrasts with regional patterns where of the population falls into the - range. High-income earners represent a major portion of the community, with earning in excess of weekly, pointing to robust local purchasing capacity. Housing costs consume of household earnings, and high income levels place local households in the th percentile for disposable income, with a SEIFA income metric positioning the neighborhood in the th decile.

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The mix of housing in the suburb of Berowra at the most recent Census consisted of 94.6% detached houses and 5.5% alternative dwelling types including semi-detached houses, townhouses, and apartments, compared to Sydney metro averages of 55.9% and 44.1% respectively. The proportion of home ownership in the suburb of Berowra stood far above the Sydney metro average at 38.6%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (48.9%) or rented (12.4%). Median mortgage payments locally were significantly higher than the Sydney metro median at $2,700 monthly, and the median weekly rent was registered at $580, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, mortgage outlays in the suburb of Berowra are far above the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent levels exceed the national average of $375.

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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 85.5%, consisting of couples with children at 50.1%, couples without children at 25.6%, and single parent households at 9.5%. Non-family households represent the remaining 14.5% of the community, with single-person households at 13.6% and shared group households accounting for 0.8%. The average household occupancy is 3.0 people, exceeding the Greater Sydney metropolitan average of 2.7.

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The local community experiences lower tertiary attainment rates, with university graduates making up 38.1% of the population compared to the SA4 regional benchmark of 57.1%. This pattern presents both a local challenge and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 25.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 33.9% of residents aged 15+ holding practical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificate-level courses at 21.4%.

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Public transit networks include 45 active transport stops within the suburb of Berowra, providing a combination of rail and bus options. These locations are served by 21 separate routes, which provide a total of 1,556 passenger journeys per week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with typical residences positioned 174 meters from the nearest transit stop. Being a residential enclave, the majority of working residents travel out of the area, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode at 84%, while 11% utilize trains. Household car ownership stands at an average of 1.7 vehicles per home, which is higher than the metropolitan average. A high proportion of 52.7% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of pandemic-related restrictions.

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Assessments of local health data indicate positive wellness outcomes throughout the suburb of Berowra, based on Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and long-term health issues. The occurrence of major chronic diseases remains low for the population overall, aligning closely with national averages among older, vulnerable cohorts, while the proportion of residents holding private health insurance is exceptionally elevated, covering approximately 60% of the total population (2,816 people).

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The suburb of Berowra displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most regional property markets, with 14.7% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 27.0% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 53.4% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.8% of the local population, matching the 0.8% figure recorded across Greater Sydney.

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The median age in the suburb of Berowra is 41 years, which is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and older than the national median of 38. Compared to metropolitan benchmarks, the 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 13.8% locally, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 6.6%. Since the 2021 Census, residents aged 75 to 84 grew from 5.3% to 7.1% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 13.4% to 15.2%, while children aged 5 to 14 dropped from 15.5% to 14.3%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure of the suburb of Berowra will shift by . The + bracket is expected to grow fastest at , adding residents to reach . This aging trend persists with residents aged and older representing of all projected population additions. Conversely, declines are expected in the to and to brackets.

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Berowra currently has an estimated 234 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 132 children aged 0-2 and 88 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 6% by 2041 (to approximately 221 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 516. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.