Collaroy, New South Wales — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Collaroy, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
| Locality | Collaroy |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | Northern Beaches Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -33.73553 |
| Longitude | 151.29959 |
| Population | 7,730 |
| Density | 2831.5 /km² |
| Area | 2.7 km² |
| Elevation | 9 m |
| Postcode | 2097 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 17 km north-northeast |
Collaroy is a locality in the Northern Beaches Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 7,730. The locality covers an area of 2.7 km², giving a population density of about 2831.5 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 9 m above sea level. It lies approximately 17 km north-northeast of Sydney. Collaroy is located at 33.7355°S, 151.2996°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2097.
Collaroy sprawls along the coast, a ribbon of sand and surf unfurling between the Pacific's restless grey and the low, scrub-covered hills that rise behind it. It lies 2.0 km north-north-east of Dee Why, NSW (from Dee Why, NSW: bearing 29°T), and is situated 12.5 km south of Pittwater. The air here carries the perpetual tang of salt, a constant reminder of the ocean's nearby presence, and the sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, can cast a honeyed glow over the stuccoed houses and the wide, flat expanse of the beach. Waves crash with a rhythmic percussion, a sound that underpins the daily life of Collaroy, shaping its character as much as the sandy soil beneath its feet. The land itself slopes gently towards the sea, a broad terrace overlooking the water, often windswept and dotted with hardy coastal vegetation.
The history of Collaroy is intrinsically tied to its maritime setting, evolving from a favoured spot for seaside escapes to a thriving residential hub. Early development was spurred by the desire for coastal recreation, and the area developed a reputation for its long, unbroken stretch of sand, ideal for swimming and surfing. The local economy, while now largely driven by residential population and associated services, still feels the echoes of its past, with a strong emphasis on tourism and leisure activities that draw visitors to its shores year-round. The iconic Collaroy Baths, a landmark that has stood for generations, speaks to this enduring connection with the sea, a place where families have gathered and memories have been forged against the backdrop of the endless ocean.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Collaroy, New South Wales with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Collaroy, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Collaroy includes the postcode (2097), telephone area code (02), and local government area (Northern Beaches Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Collaroy is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |