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| Locality | Collaroy Plateau |
| 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 | -33.73056 |
| Longitude | 151.29104 |
| Population | 4,708 |
| Density | 3859.0 /km² |
| Area | 1.2 km² |
| Elevation | 110 m |
| Postcode | 2097 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Sydney | 17 km north-northeast |
Collaroy Plateau is a locality in the Northern Beaches Council local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It has a population of approximately 4,708. The locality covers an area of 1.2 km², giving a population density of about 3859.0 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 110 m above sea level. It lies approximately 17 km north-northeast of Sydney. Collaroy Plateau is located at 33.7306°S, 151.2910°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2097.
Collaroy Plateau rises from the coastal plain, a sculpted landform where the Pacific’s breath is a constant companion. It lies 2.3 km north of Dee Why, NSW (from Dee Why, NSW: bearing 5°T), and is situated 12.0 km south of Pittwater. The terrain here is a gentle swell, a series of undulating ridges that cradle pockets of vibrant bushland and manicured lawns. Eucalypts, their bark peeling in papery layers, stand sentinel over native shrubs, their leaves rustling with a sound like whispered secrets in the salty air. The light, particularly in the late afternoon, washes over the landscape in hues of honey and rose, softening the edges of houses that cling to the slopes and highlighting the emerald green of well-tended gardens. Even the wind carries a tang of brine, a reminder of the vast ocean that lies just beyond, its ceaseless rhythm a subtle pulse beneath the quiet hum of daily life.
This elevated precinct, Collaroy Plateau, has a history etched not in grand monuments but in the slow unfolding of suburban life. Originally part of a broader farming and grazing landscape, its character has been shaped by a steady influx of families drawn to the promise of space and proximity to the coast. The local economy, while now predominantly service-based and residential, still carries echoes of its past, with a scattering of smaller businesses catering to the everyday needs of its inhabitants. Notable for its distinct elevation compared to the surrounding beachside suburbs, Collaroy Plateau offers a slightly different perspective, a sense of being removed from the immediate bustle of the sand, yet intimately connected to its maritime spirit. The community here cultivates a relaxed, neighbourly atmosphere, a place where weekends are often defined by the ebb and flow of surf reports and the simple pleasure of a sun-drenched barbecue.
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This page provides a street and satellite map of Collaroy Plateau, 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 Collaroy Plateau, in the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Collaroy Plateau 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 Plateau 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. |