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Davoren Park

SA 5113 • Greater Adelaide

6,392
Population (2021)
$48,412
Median Household Income
3.25 km²
Area
$250/wk
Median Rent
AffordableFamily-FriendlyGrowth CorridorOuter MetroUrban Renewal

About Davoren Park

Davoren Park is an outer-northern Adelaide suburb in the City of Playford, around 30 km from the Adelaide CBD. The 2021 Census records a population of 6,392, with a generally younger and family-oriented demographic profile. The suburb was created in the 1990s through the renaming and consolidation of parts of Elizabeth-area localities. It has a practical suburban character with a mix of established housing, renewal activity and strong links to nearby employment precincts.

Residents use nearby Smithfield and Elizabeth centres for major shopping, health services and community facilities, while local schools and parks support everyday family life. Public transport options include nearby rail stations and bus routes that connect into the wider northern Adelaide network. Road access via Main North Road and the Northern Expressway corridor supports commuting and logistics jobs. Davoren Park is often chosen for affordability and access to larger northern growth-area amenities.

Davoren Park falls under postcode 5113 and is governed by Playford Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Taylor electorate.

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📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5113
Urban Area
Playford - Elizabeth
LGA / Council
Playford
Federal Electorate
Spence
State Electorate
Taylor
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-34.69°, 138.67°
Statistical Area
Greater Adelaide
Area
3.25 km²
Elevation
36m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Smithfield Station
1.8 km
22 min
Broadmeadows Station (SA)
2.6 km
32 min
Elizabeth Station
3.8 km
46 min
Womma Station
3.5 km
42 min

Bus Services

  • Northern Adelaide local bus routes — Elizabeth and Smithfield Interchanges 10-25 min
  • Adelaide Metro feeder services — Gawler Line stations 10-20 min
  • Cross-suburban routes — Munno Para / Craigmore precincts 20-40 min

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
30 km
By Train
45-60 min (from nearby Gawler Line stations)
By Bus
60-85 min
By Car (Peak)
40-60 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
30-40 min

🛣️ Rail via Smithfield/Elizabeth is the main public transport option for city commuting.

Walkability Car-Dependent

Local schools and parks are accessible on foot in parts of the suburb, but most residents use cars or buses for major errands.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$945
Avg Household Size
2.5 people
Median Age
33 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
9.3%

184 state housing + 30 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,497
Census 2021
6,392
▼ 1.6% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$22,256
Personal Income 2021
$25,272
▲ 13.6% 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
$25,272 / yr
$486/wk
Household
$48,412 / yr
$931/wk
Family
$56,160 / yr
$1080/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 4,490
Born Overseas 1,318

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 348
  • 2. Afghanistan 91
  • 3. Myanmar 66
  • 4. Indonesia 58
  • 5. Philippines 56
  • 6. New Zealand 49
  • 7. Vietnam 47
  • 8. Malaysia 39
  • 9. Cambodia 36
  • 10. Scotland 33

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 2,539
Australian 2,236
Scottish 397
German 378
Australian Aboriginal 376
Irish 339
Italian 126
Dutch 92
Filipino 81
Vietnamese 60

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

3,247
Both parents born in Australia
1,902
Both parents born overseas
671
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
51.7%
Christianity
28.2%
Islam
6.6%
Buddhism
2.3%
Hinduism
0.3%
Sikhism
0.1%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
473 (7.4%)
5-14 years
1,031 (16.1%)
15-19 years
376 (5.9%)
20-24 years
440 (6.9%)
25-34 years
990 (15.5%)
35-44 years
797 (12.5%)
45-54 years
688 (10.8%)
55-64 years
691 (10.8%)
65-74 years
492 (7.7%)
75-84 years
273 (4.3%)
85+ years
136 (2.1%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Davoren Park known for? +

Davoren Park is known as an affordable family suburb in Adelaide's northern corridor, with a growing population and improving community infrastructure. The suburb benefits from proximity to the Gawler Central rail line and major road connections to the CBD.

How far is Davoren Park from Adelaide CBD? +

Davoren Park is approximately 25 kilometres north of Adelaide CBD, with a drive time of around 30-35 minutes via the Northern Expressway.

Does Davoren Park have public transport? +

Davoren Park is served by bus routes connecting to Smithfield and Munno Para rail stations on the Gawler Central Line, which provides train services to Adelaide CBD. Bus access to the rail network is the primary public transport option.

What is the population of Davoren Park? +

According to the 2021 Census, Davoren Park has a population of approximately 6,392 residents within the City of Playford local government area.

Is Davoren Park a good place to live? +

Davoren Park offers some of Adelaide's most affordable housing in the northern growth corridor. It suits families and first-home buyers seeking value, with access to the Gawler Central Line for CBD commuting and ongoing community infrastructure improvements in the Playford area.

What is the postcode for Davoren Park? +

The postcode for Davoren Park is 5113.