NSW · 2081

Cowan

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Cowan, NSW 2081.

Cowan, NSW 2081

About Cowan

Welcome to Cowan

Cowan is a small outer suburb of Northern Sydney in the state of New South Wales, Australia, approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) north of the Sydney central business district, in the local government area of Hornsby Shire. Cowan shares the postcode of 2081 with Berowra.

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Cowan, NSW 2081.

Population

631

residents (2021)

Median age

41

years

Household income

$2,250

median, per week

Median rent

$515

per week

Median mortgage

$2,290

per month

Mortgage / income

23%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Cowan

Government school catchment

Cowan Public School

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Price map around Cowan

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Common questions

Cowan suburb FAQ

Is Cowan a good place to live?

Cowan is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 631 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Cowan?

Cowan has a population of 631 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.

What schools are in Cowan?

There is 1 school in or near Cowan, including Cowan Public School.

What suburbs are near Cowan?

Suburbs near Cowan include Berowra Heights, Berowra, Berowra Waters and Cottage Point.