Berowra
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Berowra, NSW 2081.
About Berowra
Welcome to Berowra
Berowra sits on the northern fringe of Sydney, roughly 50 kilometres north of the CBD in the Hornsby Shire, tucked between the ridgelines and deep river valleys that define this stretch of the Hawkesbury. It is a suburb that genuinely feels removed from the city — surrounded on multiple sides by national park and bushland — yet remains connected to urban life via the Main North rail line.
The suburb attracts buyers who want space, greenery and a quieter pace without sacrificing the practicalities of suburban Sydney. Families, upsizers and those working flexibly tend to make up the bulk of the community, drawn by large blocks, a strong local school, and a real sense of distance from the congestion of the inner city.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Berowra reflects its era of development and its bushland setting. Brick homes from the 1960s through to the 1980s sit alongside more contemporary builds, many taking advantage of elevated ridge-top positions that offer bush outlooks or distant glimpses across the valley systems below. Block sizes tend to be generous compared to comparable price points closer to the city, which is a significant part of the suburb's appeal.
Current listings are split roughly 68% houses to 32% land, which signals that Berowra still has a meaningful volume of vacant land — an increasingly rare thing across metropolitan Sydney. Buyers looking to build rather than buy an established home will find more options here than in most suburbs at a similar distance from the CBD.
The property market
Berowra's median house price sits at $1.71 million, reflecting the combination of large land holdings, bush surroundings and the relative scarcity of stock in this part of Hornsby Shire. That figure represents growth of 3.8% over the recent period, a steady rather than speculative rate that points to sustained underlying demand rather than short-term volatility.
Median weekly rent stands at $950, which positions Berowra as a premium rental market in the outer-north Sydney context. Demand from families wanting access to the rail corridor and the open space of the surrounding bush keeps vacancy low. The neighbouring suburbs of Berowra Heights, Berowra Waters and Cowan round out a tightly held pocket where properties change hands infrequently.
Getting around
The Berowra train station is the suburb's transport backbone, sitting on Sydney Trains' Main North line and providing a direct link into the city. The journey to Central Station takes roughly an hour, making it a long but workable commute for those who need to be in the CBD regularly. Bus services in the area connect to the station, with stops along Hillcrest Road — including at Hillcrest Road opposite Berowra Public School and at Hillcrest Road at Rosslyn Street — as well as along Berowra Waters Road, serving the broader community.
For those who drive, the Pacific Highway and the M1 Motorway are accessible from Berowra, providing road links south to Sydney and north toward Gosford and the Central Coast. Given the suburb's bush setting, a car remains a practical necessity for day-to-day life beyond the immediate town centre.
Shopping & amenities
Everyday essentials are well covered locally. A Coles anchors the main retail offer, and the Top of the Ridge shopping strip provides a small cluster of services and specialty retailers in a convenient, community-scale format. It is not the kind of place you would come to for a Saturday afternoon of boutique browsing, but for groceries, a coffee and routine errands, Berowra's local amenities deliver without requiring a trip to larger centres in Hornsby or Waitara.
For more extensive retail or dining, Hornsby — the commercial hub of the shire — is a short drive or train ride south. The specialised character of what is available locally, including businesses such as Gee Tee Motorcycles catering to the leisure and lifestyle crowd, gives the suburb a distinct, unpretentious flavour that long-term residents tend to appreciate.
Parks & recreation
The outdoor offer around Berowra is one of its defining qualities. Berowra Park, Richards Close Reserve and Warrina Street Oval between them cover recreational bases from structured sport to casual family use. The oval supports local sporting clubs and provides the kind of flat, open space that is otherwise in short supply in a suburb that sits largely on a ridge surrounded by valley bushland.
Beyond the maintained reserves, the suburb's proximity to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Berowra Valley National Park means that serious bushwalking, mountain biking and kayaking on the Hawkesbury River system are all realistically on the doorstep. Berowra Waters — the low-key riverside precinct of the same name just to the west — offers one of the most distinctive water access points in greater Sydney, with a car ferry and a long-established riverside dining tradition.
Schools & families
Berowra Public School is the local primary option and sits at the heart of the community in more ways than one — its location along Hillcrest Road means it functions as a natural reference point for bus routes and local activity. Pacific Berowra Christian School provides an independent alternative for families seeking a faith-based education, and its presence gives the suburb a broader choice than many comparably sized outer-suburban communities enjoy.
For high school, students generally travel to neighbouring areas, with options accessible via the train line. The overall family-friendliness of the suburb — safe streets, outdoor space, a genuine community feel — makes it a natural fit for households with school-age children who would rather trade a shorter commute for more space and a calmer environment.
Market snapshot
Berowra property market
Median sale price
$1.72m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$970
per week
Gross rental yield
2.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.45m
Median
$1.72m
Premium
$2.50m
Days on market
40
Auction clearance
38%
Sold this year
31
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +1.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Berowra by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Berowra, NSW 2081.
Population
4,762
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$2,781
median, per week
Median rent
$580
per week
Median mortgage
$2,700
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Berowra
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Berowra
$1.85m
1 Summerhill Way
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
63 Berowra Waters Road
Sold ~July 2026
$2.05m
24 Summerhill Way
Sold ~July 2026
$2.40m
9 King Street
Sold ~June 2026
$895k
25 Rickard Road
Sold ~June 2026
$1.38m
2 Summerhill Way
Sold ~June 2026
$2.30m
14-18 Yallambee Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Berowra suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Berowra?
The median house price in Berowra, NSW is $1.72m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 3.8%.
How much is rent in Berowra?
The median weekly rent in Berowra is around $970 per week.
Is Berowra a good place to live?
Berowra is an outer suburb of Northern Sydney located in the state of New South Wales, Australia. Berowra is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 4,762 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Berowra?
Berowra has a population of 4,762 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in Berowra?
There are 2 schools in or near Berowra, including Berowra Public School and Pacific Berowra Christian School.
How long do homes take to sell in Berowra?
Properties in Berowra take around 40 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 38%.
How much do you need to buy in Berowra?
Entry-level properties in Berowra start around $1.45m, while premium homes reach $2.50m.
What suburbs are near Berowra?
Suburbs near Berowra include Berowra Heights, Berowra Waters, Cowan and Berrilee.
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