Davoren Park

An assessment of population growth drivers in Davoren Park reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of Feb 2026 the suburb of Davoren Park's population is estimated at around 7455. This reflects an increase of 1063 people (16.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6392 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 7416, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, and an additional 232 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 2300 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Davoren Park's 16.6% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the state (9.0%) and Greater Adelaide, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 42.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Moving forward with demographic trends, a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas is forecast, with the suburb expected to grow by 3017 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting recording a gain of 34.3% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Davoren Park among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, shows Davoren Park has seen around 124 new homes approved each year over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 622 homes. By June 2026, 32 approvals have been recorded so far in FY-26. On average, 1.1 new residents per year per dwelling constructed were added between FY-21 and FY-25.

The market shows good balance between supply and demand, supporting stable conditions. New dwellings are developed at an average value of $284,000. In the current financial year, there have been $5.7 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating Davoren Park's primarily residential nature. Relative to Greater Adelaide, Davoren Park shows comparable construction activity per person, supporting market stability in line with regional patterns.

This activity is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. New building activity consists of 90.0% detached houses and 10.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional suburban character with a focus on family homes appealing to those seeking space. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (70.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. Davoren Park reflects a developing area, with around 57 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate Davoren Park will gain 2,555 residents through to 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Davoren Park has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 13 projects likely impacting the region. Notable projects are Tudor Vale Shopping Centre, Eyeington Estate, Brookmont Estate, and Playford North Urban Renewal Project. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment conditions in Davoren Park face significant challenges, ranking among the bottom 10% of areas assessed nationally

Davoren Park has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, notably in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 16.2% as of September 2025. Employment grew by an estimated 1.2% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of September 2025, 2,273 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 12.3% higher than Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Davoren Park lags behind Greater Adelaide at 46.7% compared to 66.4%. Census data shows that only 3.2% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.

Davoren Park has a significant specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level. However, professional & technical jobs are under-represented at 2.8% compared to Greater Adelaide's 7.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census working population vs resident population figures. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 1.2% while labour force increased by 1.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat, compared to Greater Adelaide's growth rates of 3.0% for employment and 2.9% for labour force, with a 0.1 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Davoren Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.5% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Davoren Park's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb's median income among taxpayers is $38,208 and the average income stands at $41,645, compared to Greater Adelaide's figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.8% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $41,570 (median) and $45,310 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Davoren Park all fall between the 1st and 2nd percentiles nationally. Distribution data shows 34.0% of the population (2,534 individuals) fall within the $800 - 1,499 income range, differing from patterns across regional levels where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 31.8%. Economic circumstances reflect widespread financial pressure, with 41.8% of households operating within modest weekly budgets below $800. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 3rd percentile.

Davoren Park displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Davoren Park, as per the latest Census, consisted of 70.0% houses and 30.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Davoren Park was at 20.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.8% and rented ones at 47.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $945, lower than Adelaide metro's average of $1,562. Median weekly rent was recorded at $250, compared to Adelaide metro's $320. Nationally, Davoren Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Davoren Park features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 63.7% of all households, including 20.9% couples with children, 16.1% couples without children, and 24.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 36.3%, with lone person households at 30.7% and group households comprising 5.4%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Greater Adelaide average.

Davoren Park faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 5.9%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 4.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (0.9%) and graduate diplomas (0.7%). Vocational credentials are also common, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (6.1%) and certificates (30.3%).

Educational participation is high, with 32.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.3% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Davoren Park has 44 active public transport stops serving a mix of train and bus services. These stops are covered by 11 individual routes that facilitate 731 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing within 175 meters of the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the primary mode of transport at 90%, while bus usage stands at 5%. On average, there is one vehicle per dwelling, which is below the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, only 3.2% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 104 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 16 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Davoren Park is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Davoren Park faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch through mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Multiple health conditions affect both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 44% of the total population (around 3,245 people), compared to 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 13.2% and 10.9% of residents respectively. However, 57.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age individuals face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 14.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,073 people), lower than the 19.3% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, generally aligning with national rankings for the overall population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Davoren Park was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Davoren Park's cultural diversity was above average, with 22.7% born overseas and 17.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity dominated at 31.5%, but Islam was overrepresented at 7.4%, compared to Greater Adelaide's 3.0%. Top ancestry groups were English (32.0%), Australian (28.1%), and Other (12.2%).

German (4.8%) and Russian (0.4%) were notably overrepresented, while Serbian matched regional averages at 0.4%.

Davoren Park's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Davoren Park's median age was 33 years in the data provided, which is younger than Greater Adelaide's 39 and the national average of 38. The 5-14 age group constituted 13.8% of Davoren Park's population compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 75-84 cohort made up 4.5%. Between 2021 and the current period, the 35-44 age group increased from 12.5% to 14.1%, and the 15-24 cohort rose from 12.8% to 14.0%. However, the 5-14 cohort decreased from 16.1% to 13.8%. By 2041, population forecasts suggest significant demographic changes for Davoren Park, with the 45-54 age group projected to rise substantially by 429 people (55%), from 782 to 1,212.