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Saratoga - Davistown has an estimated 7,447 residents, up 4.0% since the 2021 Census, with 97 projects tracked in the area around Saratoga - Davistown.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The Saratoga - Davistown Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 45 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 7,447, up from 7,160 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 287 people (4.0%). This estimate is derived from the estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,432 published by the ABS as of June 2025, together with 24 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date.
The area's market characteristics include very low relative development activity, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable construction employment base, an elevated proportion of residents aged 85 and over, pronounced healthcare employment, and a substantial presence of residents aged 75 to 84. Residents are notably older on average, and population growth has been moderate.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The Saratoga - Davistown Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 45 kilometres north-northeast of the Sydney CBD. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 7,447, up from 7,160 people at the 2021 Census, an increase of 287 people (4.0%). This estimate is derived from the estimated resident population (ERP) of 7,432 published by the ABS as of June 2025, together with 24 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date.
The area's market characteristics include very low relative development activity, strong representation of mortgage holders, a notable construction employment base, an elevated proportion of residents aged 85 and over, pronounced healthcare employment, and a substantial presence of residents aged 75 to 84. Residents are notably older on average, and population growth has been moderate.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 6,528 in 2001 and 7,432 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 7,447 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 13%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30.5%.
Saratoga - Davistown ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 72nd for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Saratoga - Davistown is $778 a week, up 6.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 3.2%.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $539 in 2017, $844 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Wilkie-King Avenue, Saratoga NSW 2251 | $1,575,000 | 14 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 5 Brighton Road, Saratoga NSW 2251 | $2,000,000 | 9 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 65 Grevillia Avenue, Davistown NSW 2251 | $1,325,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 70 Broadwater Drive, Saratoga NSW 2251 | $1,130,000 | 29 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 18 Pine Avenue, Davistown NSW 2251 | $880,000 | 28 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Lydred Street, Saratoga NSW 2251 | $1,090,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 36 Davis Avenue, Davistown NSW 2251 | $900,000 | 15 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 50 Grevillia Avenue, Davistown NSW 2251 | $1,210,000 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3 Anwen Close, Saratoga NSW 2251 | $1,575,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 66 Kincumber Crescent, Davistown NSW 2251 | $1,800,000 | 24 Aug 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 50 residential sales recorded since 7 May 2026 (the latest settled 14 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 50, houses and units together, was $1,262,500 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $778 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 3.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $1.28m | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $877k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $1,262,500 | Median of the 50 most recent residential sales, settled 7 May 2026 to 14 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $844 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $574 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +4.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 3.4% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Gosford | $677 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gosford, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Coast | $655 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Coast, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Sydney | $789 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Sydney, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 69 tracked applications: 25 approved, 12 under assessment, 32 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 97 projects in and around Saratoga - Davistown, 12 of them under construction.
The NSW Government is investing $19 million in upgrades to three key intersections on the Woy Woy Peninsula: Blackwall and McMasters Road, Blackwall, Allfield and Farnell Roads, and Memorial Avenue, Barrenjoey Road and Maitland Bay Drive.
Approved expansion and refurbishment of Green Point Shopping Village including additional retail tenancies, upgraded public amenities, improved parking and site improvements. No evidence of construction commencement was identified from official sources as of July 2026.
Central Coast Council is delivering major sports and community recreation upgrades at Frost Reserve in Kincumber. The project includes a modern 750sqm regional skate park, a new 370sqm sports amenities building with accessible changerooms, canteen, and storage, upgraded car parking facilities, and enhanced sports field lighting.
Strategic Transit Oriented Development (TOD) precinct initiative under the NSW Government's TOD program and Central Coast Regional Plan 2041. The program aims to accelerate housing delivery, active transport networks, and urban renewal across the Woy Woy Peninsula.
Multi-unit apartment development designed for NDIS participants with specialised accessibility features and support infrastructure. The development includes accessible parking, communal facilities, and proximity to essential services including public transport and healthcare facilities. Estimated completion early 2025.
Major infrastructure project upgrading the critical arterial intersection connecting Woy Woy and Umina Beach. Replaces the existing roundabout with a signalised multi-lane intersection, added signalised pedestrian crossings, and traffic flow capacity improvements under the Australian Government Central Coast Roads Package.
A $130 million staged upgrade to improve traffic flow, safety, and active and public transport access through Kincumber town centre. Key scope items include widening the corridor to two lanes in each direction, upgrading key intersections, providing new active transport pathways, and enhancing bus stops.
Multi-storey shop-top housing and retail redevelopment delivering 39 residential apartments across upper levels alongside ground-floor commercial and retail premises. The development fronts both The Esplanade and Picnic Parade with integrated basement parking and public domain enhancements.
A five-storey boutique hotel development featuring 83 rooms on a 1,467 sqm site. The project includes a ground floor restaurant and cafe, conference facilities, and a roof terrace equipped with a bar and swimming pool.
Demolition of existing structures, Torrens title subdivision, and construction of attached residential dwellings delivering medium-density housing in Booker Bay. The development was determined and granted development consent under Central Coast Council Local Planning Panel application DA/1009/2024.
Transport for NSW, Sydney Trains, and Central Coast Council are progressing detailed design for a major safety upgrade at the Rawson Road level crossing and Railway Street intersection in Woy Woy.
Upgrade of the existing playground and recreational facilities at Lions Park including new play equipment for different age groups, improved accessibility features, shade structures, seating areas, and landscaping improvements to create a more inclusive and engaging community space.
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Estimated completion year of the 46 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 16, 2027 13, 2028 11, 2029 1, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 19 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 69 substantial development applications lodged in and around Saratoga - Davistown over the past 5 years, 58 in the last 12 months; 12 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 1, 2022 4, 2023 4, 2024 0, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 58.
Key application 1 1 Murna Road, Davistown Aged Care | $3.4m | 4 dwellings Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 69 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 58 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 2.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 14 | ABS building approvals | 26th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 25 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 include: Koolang Road Residential Release Area (Planning); Blackwall Road Intersection Upgrades (Construction); Woy Woy Peninsula Transit Oriented Development Precinct (Planning); Rawson Road Level Crossing and Railway Street Intersection Upgrade (Planning); and Newcastle-Sydney and Wollongong-Sydney Rail Corridor Upgrades (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Saratoga - Davistown compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 area has seen 17 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Saratoga - Davistown SA2's current population of 7,447 has been supported by 14 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Saratoga - Davistown SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 14, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 has grown by approximately 205 people, while 72 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 2.8 people added for each new dwelling approval. This indicates solid population growth supported by housing development activity.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Saratoga - Davistown reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,447 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,562 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 7,160 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 287 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.77 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 was estimated to be approximately 7,447 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 7,432 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The saratoga - davistown sa2 has added approximately 287 people and shown a 4.01% increase from the 7,160 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is estimated at 1,561 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.4% per annum.
Population growth in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (66.8%), Natural increase (25.3%), Interstate migration (7.8%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 66.8% of overall population gains.
Saratoga - Davistown hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 45.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 at 45 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 45 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 45 years as at August 2026, Saratoga - Davistown is 8 years older than the Greater Sydney 2021 Census average (37 years) and 7 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 12.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 compared to the Greater Sydney region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.8% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 show significant variance compared to Greater Sydney. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.0% vs 2.1%) and 75-84 year-olds (9.1% vs 5.3%). The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (8.8% vs 16.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.5% of the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 25.5% of the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $56,315 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $77,326 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,760 | 2021 Census, weekly | 50th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $783 | 2021 Census, weekly | 45th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,144 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 22.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is approximately $59,908. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $56,315.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is approximately $82,259. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $77,326.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is approximately $59,908 compared to $67,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $56,315 and $63,183 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is approximately $82,259 compared to $92,214 in Greater Sydney. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $77,326 and $86,684 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Saratoga - Davistown SA2's households (~30.5% / 817 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.5% of households. In comparison, Greater Sydney's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $1,760/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $2,144/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $783/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is higher than average nationally, with the median assessed at $56,315 while the average income stands at $77,326. This contrasts to Greater Sydney's figures of a median income of $63,183 and an average income of $86,684. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $59,908 (median) and $82,259 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $6,364 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The saratoga - davistown sa2's disposable income is $6,364 compared to $7,412 for Greater Sydney, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Saratoga - Davistown places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,873 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,895 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,938 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 has approximately 3,873 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 stands at 1.7%, which is 2.5 percentage points below Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.6% of employment), construction (15.2%), and retail trade (9.5%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Greater Sydney saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is 63.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate trailing the Greater Sydney average of 68.9%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The saratoga - davistown sa2 shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 15.2% of the local workforce compared to 8.6% across Greater Sydney. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The saratoga - davistown sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 1.1% growth, ranking 19th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Saratoga - Davistown sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 15.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 22.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.7% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 34.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.2% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
22.3% of people aged 15 and over in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 38.0% in Greater Sydney.
34.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 34.2% in Greater Sydney.
The saratoga - davistown sa2 ranks in the 54th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 are: Certificate (31.6%), Bachelor Degree (15.8%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
27.6% of the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.2% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, 3.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is 1019, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 370 students.
The saratoga - davistown sa2 includes 1 primary school.
Saratoga - Davistown features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 32.7% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.1% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,682 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,790 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 had 2,682 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.0% to an estimated 2,790 households today.
The average household size in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.7 in Greater Sydney and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 74.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (23.4%), group households (2.1%), and other household types (0.3%).
Of the 1,995 family households, couples with children account for 32.7% of all households, couples without children at home 31.1%, and single parent families 9.9%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Sydney, the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 have an average of 1.8 children, slightly above the Greater Sydney average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 52.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.3% have never married. This compares to 48.3% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Sydney.
Single-person households represent 23.4% of all households in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, similar to the average for Greater Sydney of 23.2%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.1% of households, below the Greater Sydney average of 4.2%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Saratoga - Davistown is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 14.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.6% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.0% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 85.9% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
Saratoga - Davistown was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.9% of its population born in Australia, 93.0% being citizens, and 96.6% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Saratoga - Davistown was found to be Christianity, which makes up 55.8% of people in Saratoga - Davistown. This compares to 49.2% across Greater Sydney.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Saratoga - Davistown are English, comprising 33.3% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 19.0%, Australian, comprising 29.6% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Sydney's 17.8%, and Irish, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 8.8% of Saratoga - Davistown (vs 4.8% across Greater Sydney), New Zealand at 0.9% (vs 0.5%) and Maltese at 0.7% (vs 1.0%).
14.1% of the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 40.5% across Greater Sydney.
3.4% of the population in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 39.5% in Greater Sydney.
2.3% of the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.3% in Greater Sydney.
93.0% of the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 80.8% in Greater Sydney.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Saratoga - Davistown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 15.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 40.5% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 86.7% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 76th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 43.9% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $460 | 2021 Census, weekly | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 86th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 82nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
In the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, 40.5% of homes are owned outright, 43.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 15.6% are rented.
According to the latest data, 86.7% of dwellings in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 are houses.
In the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, 8.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 stands at 40.5%, compared to 28.7% in Greater Sydney.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $2,167, compared to $2,427 in Greater Sydney.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is $1,262, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 28.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.1% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 28.4% of income on repayments (vs 27.0% in Greater Sydney), while renters spend 26.1% of income on rent (vs 22.6% in Greater Sydney).
The dwelling mix in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 consists of 86.7% detached houses, 4.9% semi-detached dwellings, 8.1% apartments, and 0.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Saratoga - Davistown consumes approximately 16.6% of median household income ($7,621 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Saratoga - Davistown show attached dwellings contributing 11% of approvals compared to 13% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 89% of applications versus 87% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health in Saratoga - Davistown: private health cover 56.0%, no long-term health condition 64.5%.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 64.5% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.4% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Around 56.0% of people in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.8% in Greater Sydney.
In the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, 5.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 5.2% of people in Greater Sydney require similar assistance.
7.6% of people in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.4% of the population across Greater Sydney is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.1% of the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 population, while in Greater Sydney, 4.3% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.5% of people in the Saratoga - Davistown SA2 have heart disease. Across Greater Sydney,3.2% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Saratoga - Davistown SA2, 56.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Sydney sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.8%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 45th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 58 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 48th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 430 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 23rd percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 128 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 34.2% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 58 public transport stops within the Saratoga - Davistown SA2.
The Saratoga - Davistown SA2 has 430 weekly trips across 19 routes, averaging 61 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 151 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 815 m away and the nearest child care centre 821 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 58 stops nearby, 430 weekly trips, access rating 45 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 34 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 34th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 815 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 821 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 907 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 908 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 929 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 3.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Saratoga - Davistown compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Saratoga - Davistown has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41st percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Saratoga - Davistown's resilient property market has recorded 108 sales in the 12 months to September 2026, comprising 98% residential and 2% commercial transactions.
An assessment of population growth drivers in Saratoga - Davistown reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
Saratoga - Davistown hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Saratoga - Davistown places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Educational attainment in Saratoga - Davistown sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Saratoga - Davistown features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few group households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Sydney.
Saratoga - Davistown is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Saratoga - Davistown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health in Saratoga - Davistown: private health cover 56.0%, no long-term health condition 64.5%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Saratoga - Davistown has an estimated 7,447 residents, up 4.0% since the 2021 Census, with 97 projects tracked in the area around Saratoga - Davistown.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Saratoga - Davistown.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (102011038). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Saratoga - Davistown from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Saratoga - Davistown with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
