Bilgola Plateau

NSW 2107 • Greater Sydney

3,650
Population (2021)
$55,224
Median Income
1.39 km²
Area
124m
Elevation
Family-FriendlyCoastalAffluentBushlandNorthern Beaches

About Bilgola Plateau

Bilgola Plateau is an elevated residential suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, perched above Bilgola Beach in the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of around 3,650, it is a predominantly family-oriented community where approximately 89% of homes are owner-occupied. The median age sits in the mid-40s, reflecting an established demographic of professionals and families who value the area's leafy, quiet character.

Residents enjoy easy access to Bilgola Beach and the surrounding bushland reserves, making it ideal for those who love coastal walks and outdoor recreation. The suburb has a village-like feel with local shops nearby in Avalon and Newport. It attracts families seeking quality schools and a relaxed Northern Beaches lifestyle, while remaining within commuting distance of Sydney's CBD via bus services along Barrenjoey Road.

Bilgola Plateau falls under postcode 2107 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Pittwater electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2107
Urban Area
Pittwater
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.65°, 151.32°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
1.39 km²
Elevation
124m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Chatswood Station
22 km
T1 North Shore & T9 Northern Line (nearest rail)

Bus Services

  • L90, 199 — Wynyard/City via Pittwater Rd 70-80 min
  • E88 — Mona Vale to City express 60-70 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
35 km
By Bus
70-80 min (L90 express)
By Car (Peak)
50-70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
35-45 min

🛣️ No direct train access; buses via Barrenjoey Rd are the main public transport option

Walkability Car-Dependent

A quiet residential plateau with limited footpaths to shops; most errands require driving to Avalon or Newport village centres.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 2 heritage-listed places in or near Bilgola Plateau, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

62 Chisholm Road Clareville • SHR #00079
32 Plateau Road Avalon • SHR #01510

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$895
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,315
Avg Household Size
2.9 people
Median Age
46 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,518
Census 2021
3,650
3.8% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$46,956
Income 2021
$55,224
17.6% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,585
Born Overseas 996

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 410
  • 2. New Zealand 68
  • 3. South Africa 67
  • 4. United States 51
  • 5. Germany 44
  • 6. Canada 27
  • 7. Scotland 22
  • 8. Ireland 19
  • 9. Netherlands 19
  • 10. France 17
  • 11. Italy 16
  • 12. China 15
  • 13. Wales 14
  • 14. India 12
  • 15. Malaysia 11

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,823
Australian 1,174
Irish 505
Scottish 473
German 190
Italian 125
Dutch 84
French 66
South African 62
New Zealander 57

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,694
Both parents born in Australia
1,208
Both parents born overseas
669
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
49.8%
Christianity
43.3%
Judaism
0.7%
Buddhism
0.5%
Islam
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
154 (4.2%)
5-14 years
575 (15.8%)
15-19 years
238 (6.5%)
20-24 years
167 (4.6%)
25-34 years
190 (5.2%)
35-44 years
406 (11.1%)
45-54 years
571 (15.6%)
55-64 years
548 (15.0%)
65-74 years
462 (12.7%)
75-84 years
261 (7.2%)
85+ years
70 (1.9%)

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