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Davidson

NSW 2085 • Greater Sydney

2,725
Population (2021)
$169,208
Median Household Income
2.57 km²
Area
$1000/wk
Median Rent
BushlandFamily-FriendlyAffluentNorthern BeachesNational Park

About Davidson

Davidson is an affluent, leafy suburb on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located 20 kilometres north of the CBD within the Northern Beaches Council area. With a population of 2,725 at the 2021 census and a median age of 45, it is a mature, established residential area covering 2.6 square kilometres at an elevation of 137 metres. The suburb sits on the eastern edge of Garigal National Park and is part of Sydney's Forest District, lending it a distinctly bushland character.

Davidson offers a tranquil, nature-immersed lifestyle with direct access to the walking trails of Garigal National Park and Davidson Reserve. The suburb is home to Davidson High School and is close to the Forestway Shopping Centre in neighbouring Frenchs Forest. It attracts established families and professionals who value privacy, large bush blocks, and proximity to both the Northern Beaches and the upper North Shore.

Davidson falls under postcode 2085 and is governed by Northern Beaches Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Davidson electorate.

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📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2085
Urban Area
Manly - Warringah
LGA / Council
Northern Beaches
Federal Electorate
Mackellar
State Electorate
Davidson
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-33.74°, 151.19°
Statistical Area
Greater Sydney
Area
2.57 km²
Elevation
137m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Chatswood Station
10 km
N/A (drive)
Gordon Station
8 km
N/A (drive)

Bus Services

  • 280 — City via Warringah Road 50 min
  • 270, 272 — Chatswood via Forestway 25 min
  • B1 (B-Line) — City via Mona Vale Road (from Belrose) 40 min

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
20 km
By Train
N/A — no direct rail; bus to Chatswood then train (50-60 min total)
By Bus
40-55 min (express via Warringah Road)
By Car (Peak)
40-55 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
25 min

🛣️ The Warringah Freeway and upcoming Beaches Link tunnel will improve CBD access

Walkability Car-Dependent

A quiet, bushland suburb with no local shops. Forestway Shopping Centre is a short drive away. Most residents drive.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Northern Beaches Local Government Area, which contains Davidson. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
62 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 10.9%
Motor vehicle theft
55.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 1.5%
Non-DV assault
204.6 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
4.4 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
130.4 / 100k
2yr Down 23.8% 10yr Down 9.1%
View all 62 offence types for Northern Beaches →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$1,000
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$3,250
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
45 years

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,849
Census 2021
2,725
▼ 4.4% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$45,292
Personal Income 2021
$54,392
▲ 20.1% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$54,392 / yr
$1046/wk
Household
$169,208 / yr
$3254/wk
Family
$174,252 / yr
$3351/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,886
Born Overseas 818

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 291
  • 2. New Zealand 59
  • 3. South Africa 47
  • 4. China 36
  • 5. Scotland 32
  • 6. United States 28
  • 7. Germany 18
  • 8. Hong Kong 17
  • 9. Ireland 15
  • 10. Japan 14

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,340
Australian 869
Irish 370
Scottish 307
Chinese 128
Italian 108
German 84
Dutch 58
South African 40
French 38

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,148
Both parents born in Australia
1,020
Both parents born overseas
527
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.9%
No Religion
44.0%
Buddhism
0.5%
Judaism
0.3%
Islam
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
116 (4.3%)
5-14 years
425 (15.6%)
15-19 years
227 (8.3%)
20-24 years
144 (5.3%)
25-34 years
130 (4.8%)
35-44 years
301 (11.0%)
45-54 years
503 (18.5%)
55-64 years
316 (11.6%)
65-74 years
344 (12.6%)
75-84 years
187 (6.9%)
85+ years
26 (1.0%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Davidson known for? +

Davidson offers a tranquil, nature-immersed lifestyle with direct access to the walking trails of Garigal National Park and Davidson Reserve.

How far is Davidson from Sydney CBD? +

Davidson is approximately 20 kilometres from Sydney CBD. The drive takes approximately 40-55 min in peak hour and 25 min off-peak.

Does Davidson have public transport? +

The nearest train station is Chatswood Station (10 km away, approximately N/A (drive) walk) on the T1 North Shore Line / Sydney Metro. Bus services include 280, running to City via Warringah Road in approximately 50 min.

What is the population of Davidson? +

According to the 2021 Census, Davidson has a population of 2,725 residents. The suburb is part of the broader NSW metropolitan area.

Is Davidson a good place to live? +

Davidson is well-suited to families and those seeking an upmarket lifestyle, offering a leafy, nature-connected lifestyle in NSW. The suburb is home to Davidson High School and is close to the Forestway Shopping Centre in neighbouring Frenchs Forest.

What is the postcode for Davidson? +

The postcode for Davidson is 2085. It is located in New South Wales (NSW).