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| Locality | Berowra |
| State | New South Wales (NSW) |
| Local Government Area | The Council Of The Shire Of Hornsby |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -33.62826 |
| Longitude | 151.15207 |
| Population | 4,586 |
| Density | 497.9 /km² |
| Area | 9.2 km² |
| Elevation | 212 m |
| Postcode | 2081 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 27 km north |
Berowra is a locality in The Council Of The Shire Of Hornsby local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 4,586. The locality covers an area of 9.2 km², giving a population density of about 497.9 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 212 m above sea level. It lies approximately 27 km north of Sydney. Berowra is located at 33.6283°S, 151.1521°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2081. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Berowra rests on the edge of Sydney's northern sprawl, where the neat suburban streets begin to fray into a wilder, bushland embrace. It lies 9.3 km north-east of Hornsby, NSW (from Hornsby, NSW: bearing 35°T), and is situated 13.7 km west of Pittwater. The air here carries a distinct scent, a mingling of eucalypt leaf oil and the salty tang of the distant ocean, a subtle perfume that seems to cling to the very skin of the land. Rolling hills, cloaked in a dense, resilient scrub of angophoras and scribbly gums, descend towards the shimmering waters of the Hawkesbury River and its tributaries. Sunlight, when it breaks through the canopy, casts shifting patterns on the ochre earth, illuminating the rough textures of sandstone outcrops that punctuate the landscape. It is a place where the urban edge softens, where the quiet hum of distant traffic is gradually subsumed by the rustle of unseen creatures in the undergrowth and the occasional raucous call of a kookaburra.
The history of Berowra is a story of transition, from its earliest days as a vital waterway for Indigenous peoples to its development as a gateway to the north. For many years, the local economy revolved around farming and timber, the rich soil and abundant forests providing sustenance and livelihood. Today, while retaining a strong sense of local identity, Berowra serves as a commuter suburb, its residents drawn to the opportunities of the wider metropolitan area, yet deeply connected to the natural beauty that surrounds them. The Berowra Waters National Park, a verdant sanctuary of pristine bushland and dramatic cliff faces, offers a profound connection to the region's natural heritage, a stark contrast to the burgeoning residential developments. The iconic Berowra Creek, a branching artery of the Hawkesbury, remains a focal point, its tranquil waters inviting exploration by boat and kayak, a constant reminder of the waterway's enduring importance.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Berowra, New South Wales. 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 Berowra, in The Council Of The Shire Of Hornsby local government area.
Detailed location data for Berowra includes the postcode (2081), telephone area code (02), and local government area (The Council Of The Shire Of Hornsby), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional 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 Berowra is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | July 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. |