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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
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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 the Playford Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Spence, while state elections fall under 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
Population Density
1,970 /km²
Elevation
36m

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🏷️ Property Prices March quarter 2026

Median sale prices in Davoren Park for the March quarter 2026. Median house sale prices published by the Office of the Valuer-General SA (Adelaide metropolitan area).

🏡House
$676K
38 sales · ▲ 14.6% YoY

Source: Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales. Houses only — South Australia does not publish a unit/apartment series. Medians are for the latest quarter; year-on-year change is shown only where both quarters had at least 10 sales.

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5113

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5113, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$39,000
Median 2023–24
$46,279
▲ 18.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$49,008

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5113; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

Census personal income 2016 vs 2021

Personal Income 2016
$22,256
Personal Income 2021
$25,272
▲ 13.6% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🏠 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)

🚌 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

👥 Demographics

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

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

🌍 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

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%

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📊 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.

What is the average income in Davoren Park? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Davoren Park is about $486 per week (around $25,300 per year). The median household income is $931 per week and the median family income is $1,080 per week.

What is the median house price in Davoren Park? +

As of March quarter 2026, the median house price is $676,000, up 14.6% year-on-year. Figures are based on Office of the Valuer-General SA — Metropolitan Median House Sales.

What is the age profile of Davoren Park? +

The median age in Davoren Park is 33. The largest age group is 5–14 (1,031 residents, around 16%). Around 29% of residents are under 20 and about 14% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Davoren Park? +

In Davoren Park, the median weekly rent is $250, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $945 (2021 Census).